Suspense As Wike’s FCTA Defies Tinubu’s Order To Unseal PDP Headquarters

Over 24 hours after President Tinubu directed the unsealing of all properties owing ground rent, the PDP’s national headquarters in Abuja remains firmly locked by the FCTA.

The Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA), led by Minister Nyesom Wike, has not yet reopened the national headquarters of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Abuja, despite a clear directive from President Bola Tinubu.

President Tinubu had instructed the FCTA to unseal several properties, including the PDP secretariat, which were shut down due to unpaid ground rent. He had also given a 14-day grace period for property owners to settle their debts, with an added penalty of ₦2 million for those who defaulted. However, more than 24 hours after the President’s directive, the PDP building in Wuse Zone 5 remains closed.

By Wednesday morning, the secretariat was still locked. A padlock remained on the gate, with an official FCTA seal placed beside it. Some PDP staff were seen waiting around outside the gate, visibly frustrated. Others stood nearby, unsure of when they would be allowed back in.

One staff member expressed concern, saying, “I was here yesterday when the FCTA staff came around. They went to FIRS, Ibro Hotel, and NAPTIP and unsealed all of them. When they got to our office, they quickly drove away. I followed them to their office and met with the director of Lands but he said that they are still waiting for instructions from AGIS to unseal PDP.”

The situation has drawn criticism from within the PDP. A senior party leader, Chief Olabode George, was particularly upset. He questioned Wike’s actions and said the minister should have handled things differently. George noted that since it was the PDP that launched Wike’s political career, he could have at least ensured the rent was paid.

The PDP has now officially responded to the situation. In a statement, the party condemned the sealing of its headquarters, calling it a deliberate attempt to suppress democratic activities in the country. The secretariat had reportedly been shut down due to 25 years of unpaid ground rent, but the party believes the move was politically motivated.

Despite the presidential order, it remains unclear why the PDP building is still closed, raising concerns about whether political undercurrents are at play.
Send Us A Press Statement Advertise With Us Contact Us

 And For More Nigerian News Visit GWG.NG