The Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) will begin enforcing a ban on roadside begging starting Monday, according to Minister Nyesom Wike. He issued a warning to beggars to cease their activities or face arrest by enforcement agents.
Speaking during the flag-off ceremony for the construction of access roads to the newly launched judges’ quarters in Katampe, Wike expressed concern over the alarming number of people begging on the streets, highlighting the security risks this poses in the metropolis. He set an ultimatum for October 27, 2024, for those affected to vacate the streets.
Wike also recalled his recent decision to revoke the certificate of occupancy for plots of land allocated to German construction firm Julius Berger in the Katampe District. The ceremony was attended by notable dignitaries, including Chief Justice of Nigeria Justice Kudirat Kekere-Ekun and President of the Court of Appeal Justice Monica Dongban-Mensem.
He announced that 70% of the funding for the judges’ quarters project had been released after receiving approval from the Federal Executive Council last month. Of the 40 units being constructed, 20 will be allocated to the FCT High Court, 10 to the Federal High Court, and 10 to the Court of Appeal.
