Minister Wike Warns Abuja Beggars to Clear the Streets

Abuja Beggars Face Arrest from Monday, Wike Insists

This move aims to maintain order and safety in the nation's capital.

Abuja Cleanup: Wike Orders Roadside Beggars to Vacate, Enforcement Begins Oct 27

The Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) has issued a stern warning to roadside beggars in Abuja, urging them to vacate the streets immediately or face arrest by enforcement agents. This announcement was made by FCT Minister Nyesom Wike during the flag-off ceremony for the construction of the access road to the newly launched judges' quarters in Katampe.

Minister Wike expressed concern over the rising number of street beggars, citing the significant security threat it poses to the city. He emphasized that the FCTA will no longer tolerate this issue, giving beggars an ultimatum to leave the streets by October 27, 2024.

Highlights 

Warning to Roadside Beggars: Vacate the streets or face arrest

Security Concerns: Street begging poses a significant security threat to Abuja

Ultimatum: Beggars must leave the streets by October 27, 2024

FCTA's Stance: No tolerance for street begging

This move aims to maintain order and safety in the nation's capital.

Nyesom Wike, the FCT Minister, made two significant announcements during the launch of the construction of 40 new judges' quarters in Katampe District. Firstly, he revealed that he had revoked the Certificate of Occupancy (C of O) of certain plots of land allocated to Julius Berger, a German construction company, in the area.

Wike also shared updates on the judges' quarters project, highlighting that 70% of the funds had been released following approval by the Federal Executive Council last month. The project will consist of 40 housing units, allocated as follows:

FCT High Court: 20 units

Federal High Cour: 10 units

Court of Appeal: 10 units

The event was attended by prominent figures, including:

Chief Justice of Nigeria: Justice Kudirat Kekere-Ekun

President of the Court of Appeal: Justice Monica Dongban-Mensem

This project aims to provide suitable housing for judges in the FCT, enhancing the judiciary's efficiency and effectiveness.