CNPP Appeals To FCT Minister To Extend Deadline For Payment Of Certificates Of Occupancy

The Conference of Nigeria Political Parties (CNPP) is appealing to the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, to grant an extension to the owners of the 762 revoked plots of land in Maitama, Abuja, to pay for their Certificates of Occupancy (Cs of O).

The CNPP, in a statement signed by its Deputy National Publicity Secretary, Comrade James Ezema, noted that the initial two-week grace period given to the affected allottees, which expires today, January 3, 2025, is insufficient considering the current economic challenges facing the country.

“We are appealing to the Minister and the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) to tamper justice with mercy and issue an extension in the spirit of the yuletide and in view of the economic challenges in the country,” the statement read.

The CNPP emphasized that the extension would give the affected individuals and groups ample time to comply with the directive, thereby avoiding any undue hardship or loss.

“We pray that the Minister and the FCTA will grant the allottees an extension to comply with the directive, giving all the affected individuals and groups enough time to have themselves to blame at the end of the final extension,” the statement added.

The CNPP’s appeal comes on the heels of its recent expression of concern over the escalating hunger and suffering faced by millions of Nigerians due to the economic realities in the country.