BREAKING: FCTA Seals PDP National Secretariat Over Unpaid Ground Rent

Abuja, May 26, 2025 — The Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) has sealed the national headquarters of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Wadata Plaza, located in Wuse Zone 5, Abuja, due to over 25 years of unpaid ground rent.Legit.ng – Nigeria news.+6The Nation Newspaper+6Leadership News+6

FCTA officials arrived at the premises around 2:05 PM on Monday and locked the entrance, enforcing the closure. This action is part of a broader crackdown initiated by FCT Minister Nyesom Wike, targeting 4,794 properties across Abuja with revoked land titles for non-payment of ground rent spanning 10 to 43 years. PM News Nigeria+1The Nation Newspaper+1The Guardian Nigeria+2Premium Times Nigeria+2The Guardian Nigeria+2

The FCTA emphasized that the sealing of these properties, including the PDP headquarters, is in line with existing laws and regulations. Ownership of the affected properties has reverted to the FCTA, and access will remain restricted until outstanding debts are settled. The Guardian Nigeria+1The Guardian Nigeria+1

The PDP has yet to issue an official response to the sealing of its national secretariat.The Nation Newspaper+4Legit.ng – Nigeria news.+4Vanguard News+4

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