The Federal Capital Territory Administration has granted a 14-day extension for property owners in Abuja to regularize their land use and pay a penalty fee of ₦5 million. This decision was made by the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, following the expiration of the initial 30-day deadline. The new grace period, which begins on November 11, 2025, applies to property owners in Asokoro, Maitama, Garki, and Wuse districts who violated land use conditions.
According to a statement by Lere Olayinka, Senior Special Assistant on Public Communications and Social Media, the extension is part of the minister’s effort to encourage voluntary compliance before stricter enforcement measures are implemented. Property owners who fail to comply within the stated 14-day period will face enforcement actions by the FCT Administration.
The affected properties are located on specific streets in the Federal Capital City, including Gana Street, Maitama District, and Yakubu Gowon Crescent, Asokoro District. Other areas include Usuma Street, Maitama District, Aminu Kano Crescent, and Adetokunbo Ademola Crescent in Wuse II District. The FCT Administration had previously announced a reviewed Land Use/Purpose Clause for properties across 15 streets and areas, requiring owners who changed the use of their land without official approval to pay a ₦5 million violation fee and other applicable charges.
To regularize their land use, affected property owners are required to visit the Department of Land Administration with their original title documents and valid ID to collect their letters of approval for land use change. The FCT Administration will also issue new title documents, including the Statutory Right of Occupancy and Certificate of Occupancy, which will reflect the updated land use and be valid for a new 99-year term. However, this opportunity does not apply to lands or properties that were previously revoked due to reasons such as non-development or failure to pay ground rent.
The extension provides a final opportunity for property owners to comply with the terms and conditions of the approval for land use change/conversion. The FCT Administration’s decision to grant an extension demonstrates its commitment to ensuring compliance with land use regulations while also providing support to property owners who are willing to regularize their land use. With the new deadline in place, property owners are advised to take immediate action to avoid enforcement actions and potential penalties.