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Wike Denies Blocking ADC from Eagle Square, Cites Lack of Due Process
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Wike Denies Blocking ADC from Eagle Square, Cites Lack of Due Process

From Vanguard · (2d ago) English

Translated from English, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

TLDR

  • FCT Minister Nyesom Wike denied allegations that the African Democratic Congress (ADC) was denied access to Eagle Square for a convention.
  • Wike stated that the ADC did not follow the proper application process and that Eagle Square is available to all groups upon adherence to due process and payment of fees.
  • He also addressed concerns about structural damage at the Kugbo Bus Terminal, clarifying that repairs are underway after a windstorm affected the roofing sheets but not the main structure.

Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister Nyesom Wike has firmly refuted claims made by the African Democratic Congress (ADC) regarding alleged political obstruction in accessing the Eagle Square for their convention. Wike dismissed these accusations as unfounded attempts to garner public sympathy, emphasizing that no formal application was ever received from the party.

We do not deny access; these events actually generate revenue for the government.

— Nyesom WikeFCT Minister Nyesom Wike asserting that access to Eagle Square is not denied and that events held there generate revenue.

Speaking during a project inspection tour in Abuja, Wike reiterated that the Eagle Square remains accessible to all organizations, provided they comply with the established procedures. He highlighted that the venue generates revenue for the government and that access is contingent upon following due process, which includes submitting a formal application through the Abuja Investments Company Limited (AICL) and paying the requisite fees. Wike pointed out that other major parties, like the APC and PDP, successfully used the Eagle Square and the Moshood Abiola National Stadium Velodrome respectively, by adhering to these same rules.

Who denied them? I am not aware of any such development, and I don’t even know which party you are referring to. If it is the African Democratic Congress ADC, such claims are their usual attempt to gain public sympathy.

— Nyesom WikeMinister Wike dismissing the ADC's claims of being denied access as an attempt to gain public sympathy.

In addition to addressing the Eagle Square controversy, Minister Wike also moved to calm public anxiety surrounding recent structural damage at the Kugbo Bus Terminal. He clarified that a severe windstorm had indeed damaged the roofing sheets due to the building's elevated location, but stressed that the main structure remains sound. Repairs are already in progress, and Wike urged the public to disregard any narratives suggesting a collapse, assuring that no lives were lost. Furthermore, Wike expressed satisfaction with the progress of various infrastructure projects, including road works and street lighting installations, and announced firm completion timelines, underscoring the administration's commitment to delivering on its promises, such as the relocation of artisans to the Wassa site.

As we speak, no formal application has been submitted to the Abuja Investments Company Limited.

— Nyesom WikeMinister Wike stating that the ADC did not submit a formal application for the use of Eagle Square.
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Originally published by Vanguard in English. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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