On 11 November 2025, a high-tension confrontation erupted in the Gaduwa District of Abuja when Minister Wike of the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) attempted to inspect a disputed plot of land.
Key Players & Stakes
Wike, acting in his official capacity as FCT Minister, said the land in question lacked proper title and development approval — his stance being the rule of law must apply equally.
The soldiers, in turn, claimed they were acting under orders connected to Awwal Zubairu Gambo (retd), a former Chief of Naval Staff, alleged to be the party with interest in the disputed land.
Wike was caught on video making strongly worded statements aimed at the soldiers:
The conflict highlights broader issues of land ownership, development control, influence of military/personnel status in land matters, and how government enforcement responds.
