A leading civil society organisation, the Centre for Democratic Integrity and Leadership (CDIL), has accused unnamed political adversaries of orchestrating a fabricated land scandal against Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike.
The allegation follows Wike’s vehement denial of claims that he illegally allocated large tracts of Abuja land to his children.
In a statement on July 1, 2025, Senior Special Assistant Lere Olayinka explained that prior reports—alleging Wike granted 2,082 hectares in Maitama and Asokoro to his son via Joaq Farms and Estates Limited—were unfounded. “As usual, this sponsored blackmail has failed.
Nothing will stop him from continuing with his developmental efforts under President Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda,” Olayinka said.
The minister’s aide clarified that land was allocated to Jordan Farms and Estates Limited, a legally registered entity with no links to any of Wike’s children, and challenged accusers to publish true ownership records.
Olayinka likened the smear campaign to random name associations: “Just as my name is Lere Olayinka and there is Lere Local Government in Kaduna State, one cannot assume ownership based on nomenclature.” He further accused a critic from Adamawa State of vendetta over Wike’s support for power rotation, insisting that these politically charged stories lack evidence and context.
CDIL’s representative, Kelvin Kuhwa, lauded Wike’s “extraordinary leadership and administrative rigour,” pointing to major infrastructure projects such as the International Conference Centre’s renovation, new intra-city rail terminals, and road resurfacing across the FCT. The organisation affirmed that due process governed all land allocations and urged Nigerians to reject “toxic reporting,” emphasizing that property rights are upheld for any qualified citizen or company.
This clash underscores the intense political rivalry surrounding Abuja’s land administration. While critics decry potential conflicts of interest, supporters argue that reforms under Wike have increased transparency and efficiency. As Nigeria gears up for the 2027 elections, the land scandal narrative is likely to resurface—making factual clarity and documentary evidence essential for public trust.
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