The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, Thursday reaffirmed Nigeria’s dedication to strengthening ties with the European Union (EU) whereas outlining steps to recuperate and restore diplomatic lands in Abuja allegedly encroached upon by unlawful occupants.
Wike spoke throughout a courtesy go to by the European Union Ambassador to Nigeria and ECOWAS, Gautier Mignot, the place each events emphasised the significance of deepening bilateral cooperation amid evolving international challenges.
He said the long-standing relationship between Nigeria and the EU and mentioned the federal authorities would maintain engagement with EU member states to consolidate present partnerships.
“We are going to proceed to narrate with EU member nations as a way to additional strengthen the connection between EU nations and Nigeria,” Wike mentioned, noting that the partnership aligns with the broader imaginative and prescient of President Bola Tinubu’s administration.
On land administration within the FCT, Wike said that lands beforehand allotted to some European nations for diplomatic use had been unlawfully occupied over time. He mentioned the FCT Administration had commenced restoration of such properties.
“We found that some lands allotted to EU member nations had been taken over by land grabbers. In latest weeks, we’ve got moved to recuperate these lands by eradicating unlawful buildings,” he said.
He mentioned the administration would formally talk with the affected nations to find out their continued curiosity, with a view to restoring possession the place relevant.