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Court Quashes AMAC Power To Collect Environmental Levy From Its Residents
A Magistrate Court sitting in Abuja has nullified Abuja Municipal Area Council (AMAC) the power to collect environmental levy from its council’s residents.
This order was pronounced by Justice Bello Kawu in the case between Ifeanyi Nnonyelu occupiers of Ekeson Plaza Utako Abuja and AMAC over the payment of environmental levy by the occupiers (Ekeson Plaza) to AMAC.
The plaintiff lead counsel, Barrister Sam Junior Iheseinkien in a motion marked M/BW/M/355/16 asked the court to grant his clients prayers before the Abuja High Court.
The prayers are as follows: “An order of the Honourable Court granting leave for the judicial review against the entire proceedings/summons of RT Hon Ubani. T. Chukwuemeka in the suit of AMAC Vs Ekeson Plaza Utako Abuja. The court also granted order 3 which states: “An order of this Honorable Court for leave to issue an Order of Prohibition and certiorari against the proceedings of RT HON. Ubani .T. Chukwuemeka in the suit of AMAC Vs Ekeson Plaza Utako.
The court in its wisdom declared a collection of sanitation and environmental levy by Abuja Environmental Protection Board and AMAC illegal and affront of FCT High Court on the basis of the cases of the same my case to be instituted is subject of a pending appeal in AMAC vs Abuja Environmental Protection Board (AEPB).CVA/54/2018
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Alhaji Solademi Unveiled as PCRC FCT Patron for Safe School Initiative
Joel Ajayi
High Chief Alhaji Abdulmajid Solademi has been formally unveiled and inducted as the Patron of the Police Community Relations Committee (PCRC) FCT Safe School initiative.
The unveiling took place during the official launch of the PCRC Safe School programme on Thursday, August 27, 2026, at the Conference Hall of the FCT Police Command, Old CBN Road, Garki, Abuja.
Solademi, who is also the Chairman of Air Warriors Basketball Club of Abuja and Chairman/CEO of Yajifarz Cargo, was honoured in recognition of his commitment to community development, youth empowerment and support for initiatives aimed at promoting a safer society.
The ceremony was led by the National Chairman of the PCRC, Alhaji Mogaji Ibrahim Olaniyan, alongside the PCRC FCT Command Chairman, Chief Rufus Ebegba, and the Commissioner of Police, FCT Command, Prof. Sanusi Mohammed.
The launch of the Safe School initiative is aimed at strengthening security within educational institutions and promoting closer collaboration among the police, schools, parents, communities and other stakeholders in protecting students, teachers and learning facilities.
Speaking after his unveiling, Solademi expressed deep appreciation to the leadership of the PCRC and the FCT Police Command for finding him worthy of the appointment.
“I am deeply honoured and humbled by this recognition and the confidence reposed in me to serve as the PCRC FCT Safe School Patron,” he said.
“Education remains the foundation of every progressive society, and our children deserve to learn in an environment where they feel safe, protected and free to pursue their dreams.
“I accept this responsibility with a strong sense of duty and commitment. I will work closely with the PCRC, the Nigeria Police Force, educational institutions, parents and relevant stakeholders to support every genuine effort aimed at ensuring the safety and security of our schools.
“As someone who has remained passionate about youth development through sports and other empowerment initiatives, I understand the importance of creating opportunities and safe spaces for young people to grow and realise their full potential.
“This appointment is not just an honour; it is a call to service. I pledge to use my experience, network and resources to support the Safe School initiative and contribute meaningfully to the protection of our children and the future of our nation.”
Solademi also commended the PCRC for its continued commitment to fostering cooperation between the police and members of the public.
The PCRC Safe School initiative forms part of the organisation’s broader commitment to service to the nation and humanity, with a focus on strengthening community participation in security and supporting efforts to create safer learning environments across the Federal Capital Territory.
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