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Reps Launch Probe Into Abandoned Federal Properties, Pledge Recovery of National Assets

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2 weeks ago

November 18, 2025

By Gloria Ikibah

The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Tajudeen Abbas, has inaugurated an ad-hoc committee to investigate abandoned Federal Government properties and unused buildings scattered across the country, signalling a renewed determination to put an end to the neglect and decay of national assets.

The inauguration, held at the National Assembly on Tuesday, underscored the focus of the 10th House in promotingintegrity, transparency, and accountability in the management of public resources.

Speaker Abbas said the committee is saddled with the responsibility of identifying neglected federal properties, determining the reasons behind their abandonment, and recommending steps to recover and put them to productive use.

The Speaker, who was represented by the Chief Whip, Rep. Usman Bello Kumon, said the investigation covers the location, status, history, and current occupancy of all abandoned federal properties, alongside the policy failures that led to their abandonment.

Abbas tasked the Chairman of the committee, Rep. Daniel Amos, to be meticulous and fearless in identifying assets that have been left idle, mismanaged, encroached upon, or illegally acquired.

He emphasised that federal landed assets, from buildings to empty plots, must either be rehabilitated, converted to public use, or responsibly disposed of.

“We are committed to ensuring that no public property is left to decay or fall into neglect,. These facilities represent public wealth that must serve the country.

“The public expects honest findings and recommendations that will help the government stop waste and improve asset management. This responsibility calls for focus, patience, and a strong sense of national duty”, he said.

The Speaker also revealed plans for a long-term framework in partnership with the Executive to track, protect, and optimise federal properties nationwide.

Abbas urged the committee to engage ministries, agencies, host communities, and stakeholders, and vowed that the House will act on their recommendations.

“The 10th House will work with the Executive to establish a coordinated and transparent system for identifying, assessing, and restoring abandoned Federal Government properties.

“The eyes of the country are on you. Let your work reflect the expectations of Nigerians and inspire confidence in the legislative process”, added.

In his earlier remarks, Committee Chairman Rep. Amos reaffirmed the panel’s commitment to reclaiming and redeploying national assets that have been allowed to deteriorate across the country.

He noted that the task before the committee is both a national duty and a moral responsibility, pointing out that the many abandoned federal properties scattered nationwide amount to “lost opportunities” for development, housing, revenue generation, and wider public benefit.

Rep. Amos explained that the House has given the committee a clear timeline and a wide-ranging mandate to examine the state of these assets, recover them where necessary, and propose lasting reforms to improve how public properties are managed.

“This mandate is not merely administrative; it is a solemn responsibility to the Nigerian people, whose resources and heritage these assets represent,” he said.

He emphasised that the investigation would involve the full identification and verification of all abandoned federal landed properties across the country, with the aim of building a central, credible database, something Nigeria has never previously had.

Rep. Amos outlined the committee’s responsibilities, which include establishing a national inventory of abandoned assets; assessing the financial, economic, and developmental impact of their neglect; determining the MDAs responsible for each property; probing administrative, regulatory, and budgeting lapses; recommending recovery, rehabilitation, or productive reuse; and proposing long-term reforms to prevent future waste.

He added that the committee intends to deliver an evidence-based report within the allotted timeframe, ensuring that every recommendation supports national development and strengthens public accountability.

“Every abandoned property represents deferred development, lost revenue, and a diminishing of public trust. The work before us is not just technical, it is moral”, he stated.

The Chairman who pledged transparency, professionalism, and a “fidelity to public trust,” urged ministries, agencies, and stakeholders to cooperate fully.

Amos said the ultimate goal is to transform idle public properties into sources of growth rather than symbols of waste.

“Together, let us turn these dormant assets into engines of growth, sources of revenue, and symbols of renewed national stewardship,” he said.

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Ekiti PDP Primary: Court adjourns suit against Oluyede’s victory to Dec 8

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21 minutes ago

December 5, 2025

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The Federal High Court sitting in Ado Ekiti has adjourned the case instituted against the candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, Dr Wole Oluyede till December 8, 2025, for further hearing.

Oluyede had emerged winner of the gubernatorial primary election conducted on November 8, 2025, by the Senator Ibrahim Dankwambo-led electoral committee.

Oluyede got 279 votes to defeat Funsho Ayeni and Mrs Funmi Ogun.

In the suit numbered FHC/AD/CS/29/2025, Ayeni is challenging Oluyede’s victory in the primary election

During the hearing on Friday, Kola Kolade, SAN, led other lawyers to represent Ayeni while Ola Olanipekun, SAN, and Barrister Owoseni Ajayi represented Oluyede.

The Osun State Legal Adviser of the party, Barrister Ola Alonge held brief for the PDP.

After listening to submissions by the parties, Justice Babs Ikuewumi declared that he would ensure speedy hearing of the case.

The judge adjourned the matter to December 8, 2025 for further hearing.

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PHOTOS: FCT Minister, Wike, inspects ongoing construction of Interchange Bridge, Road linking Maitama, Gishiri, Jahi with Gwarinpa today

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2 hours ago

December 5, 2025

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The Minister of FCT today inspected ongoing construction of Interchange Bridge, Road linking Maitama, Gishiri, Jahi with Gwarinpa today

The Minister of FCT, Nyesom Wike today, Friday inspected ongoing construction of Interchange Bridge, Road linking Maitama, Gishiri, Jahi with Gwarinpa.

The project is titled; Full scope development of Arterial Road N16 (Shehu Shagari Way) from Ring Road II to Ring Road III with Two Interchange Bridges at N16/RRII and N16/RIII intersections.

The portion from RRI to Arterial Road N20 (Solomon Lar Way) within Katampe District was developed and commissioned by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, to mark 2nd year Anniversary of his Administration.

The portion from N20 to RRII is being developed under Jahi District Infrastructure Project, leaving the undeveloped portion from RRIII to Arterial Road N40 to link the road that leads to the Renewed Hope Estate in Karsana Districts.

The portion of this Arterial Road N16 under reference traverses the Gwarimpa Housing Estate and this segment of the road when developed will provide access to the Gwarimpa Housing Estate located within Bunkoro and Wupa Districts as well as Sector Center E which is the hub of commercial and social activities comprising group of four districts namely; Gwarimpa II – C03, Kafe – C05, Wupa – C15 and Bunkoro – C18 Districts in Phase III of the Federal Capital City.

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“Why I dumped PDP for APC “- Rivers Speaker, Amaewhule

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December 5, 2025

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The Speaker of Rivers State House of Assembly, Hon Martin Amaewhule, on Friday gave reasons why he dumped the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) for the All Progressives Congress (APC).

“The major reason for leaving the PDP is because of the division in the PDP,” Amaewhule, who represents Obio-Akpor I constituency, told the lawmakers on Friday.

He commended President Bola Tinubu for some programmes embarked upon by his administration that have benefited Nigerians, especially Rivers people.

According to the Speaker, his defection would enable him to partner with President Tinubu for the overall good of the Rivers people.

Amaewhule said, “Distinguished colleagues, let me happily announce to honourable members that your Speaker, Rt Hon Martin Chike Amaewhule, has decided and has indeed written to my Ward Chairman, Mr Osondo Orlu, of my decision to leave the Peoples Democratic Party.

“APC is my new party. I will do all that is needed to be done towards ensuring that the party card of the All Progressives Congress is issued to me in no time. I am happy to be a member of the APC so that we can join forces with Mr President. He is doing so much for this country.

“President Bola Ahmed Tinubu means well for Nigeria. He is tackling issues of security headlong. The President has shown love to Rivers State; he is helping Rivers people to be part of the governance of this country. I am so delighted to be part of the APC so we can support the President right inside the All Progressives Congress.”

Amaewhule defected along with 15 other members of the House on Friday.

Others who dumped the PDP were the Deputy Speaker, Dumle Maol (Gokana), Major Jack (Akuku-Toru), Linda Stewart (Okrika), Franklin Nwabochi (Ogba/Egbema/Ndoni), Azeru Opara (Port Harcourt 3), Smart Adoki (Port Harcourt 2), Enemi George (Asari-Toru 2), and Solomon Wami (Port Harcourt 1).

Also included were Igwe Aforji (Eleme), Tekena Wellington (Asari-Toru 1), Looloo Opuende (Akuku-Toru 2), Peter Abbey (Degema), Arnold Dennis (Ogu/Bolo), Chimezie Nwankwo (Etche), and Ofiks Kabang (Andoni).

Since returning to civil rule in 1999, the PDP has maintained a tight grip on the oil-rich Rivers state, until the protracted crisis rocked the state, which pitched the lawmakers against Governor Siminalayi Fubara.

The crisis led to the partial demolition of the State Assembly complex by forces allegedly loyal to Fubara as well as the attempted moves to impeach the governor by the lawmakers loyal to the FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike.

Worried by the development, President Bola Tinubu waded in to douse the tensions and declared a state of emergency on March 18.

The emergency declaration led to the suspension of Governor Fubara and his deputy, Ngozi Odu and the lawmakers.

At the expiration of the exercise, he reinstated Fubara, his deputy and the lawmakers on September 17.