Former Kaduna Central senator, Shehu Sani, has voiced strong opposition to the reported sale of land within Jabi Lake Park, accusing the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, of compromising the park’s original concept and purpose.
In a statement shared on X, Sani cautioned that such developments could breach the established master plan guiding the development of Abuja. He recalled that the park was conceived and built during the administration of former President Olusegun Obasanjo over two decades ago, intended as a leisure destination for residents.
His words: “Jabi lake park Abuja was designed and constructed by the Obasanjo administration over 2 decades ago. The picturesque space is a hub for picnic, camping and recreational activities for Abuja residents.”
Sani lamented the alleged partitioning and sale of portions of the park’s land for new construction projects, expressing uncertainty about the nature of the developments underway.
“It’s sad to see the land being caved out and sold. I don’t even know what they are constructing there,” he lamented,
The former lawmaker further warned that any land transactions or approvals that contravene the Abuja master plan could face future legal or administrative challenges.
“Those who bought the land in violation of the master plan should know that the approval of today will not stand the scrutiny of the future,” he added.
The Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA), under Wike’s leadership, recently sanctioned the land sale, a move that has sparked widespread criticism among Abuja residents.
