Praco International Limited, a real estate firm, has accused the Federal Capital Development Authority (FCDA) of illegally demolishing its property in Abuja.
The estate, located at plot 581, cadastral zone, Kugbo, was demolished despite the firm’s claim of having authentic and lawful title and approvals.
Chukwudubem Ezekwelu, the firm’s project manager, stated at a press conference that the demolition occurred despite presenting a court order from an FCT high court to prevent it.
The court had granted a restraining order following an ex parte motion filed by the firm against the FCDA. Despite this, officials of the FCDA reportedly ignored the court order and proceeded with the demolition.
Ezekwelu expressed concern over the incident, which happened on March 27, 2024, and involved heavy equipment and security personnel. He emphasized that it is illegal for the FCDA to disregard a court order and called for an investigation into the matter.
When contacted for comment, Anthony Ogunleye, chief press secretary to the FCT minister, stated that he was not aware of the situation but promised to provide a response upon receiving more details.
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Praco International Limited, a real estate firm, has accused the Federal Capital Development Authority (FCDA) of illegally demolishing its property in Abuja.
The estate, located at plot 581, cadastral zone, Kugbo, was demolished despite the firm’s claim of having authentic and lawful title and approvals.
Chukwudubem Ezekwelu, the firm’s project manager, stated at a press conference that the demolition occurred despite presenting a court order from an FCT high court to prevent it. The court had granted a restraining order following an ex parte motion filed by the firm against the FCDA.
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Despite this, officials of the FCDA reportedly ignored the court order and proceeded with the demolition.
Ezekwelu expressed concern over the incident, which happened on March 27, 2024, and involved heavy equipment and security personnel.
He emphasized that it is illegal for the FCDA to disregard a court order and called for an investigation into the matter.
When contacted for comment, Anthony Ogunleye, chief press secretary to the FCT minister, stated that he was not aware of the situation but promised to provide a response upon receiving more details.