Land Disputes: Tinubu Urges FCT Stakeholders to Seek Compensation Over Litigation

President Bola Tinubu has urged stakeholders in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) to seek compensation rather than litigation to resolve land disputes in the nation’s capital.

The President made this appeal during the commissioning of the Guzape Lot II Infrastructure Project in Abuja on Saturday.

He highlighted that the project’s completion exemplifies the achievements possible through diligent planning, collaboration, and a shared commitment to excellence. Tinubu praised the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, for fulfilling the Federal Government’s promises on infrastructure renewal in the FCT.

The President reiterated his call for dialogue over litigation in resolving land disputes in the FCT.

“To all of you here and the district head of Guzape or representing the district head, litigation is not the answer; compensation is the answer,” Tinubu stated.

He emphasized the importance of development focused on economic prosperity and public benefit.

“Of what value is the land that is blocked by these high mountains and rocks that you cannot access, nor provide drinkable water?” the President asked.

He added, “It’s not a personal thing. I stand here as the President. I don’t have a plot here but I have the people’s support and the mandate to deliver a good quality of life and living environment. That should be enough for all of us to share in the joy of commitment, dedication, perseverance, and the gifts that God has endowed us with.”

The event was also attended by the Chief of Staff to the President, Femi Gbajabiamila; and the FCT Minister of State, Mariya Mahmoud; among other dignitaries.