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FCT REDAN Moves To Tackle Fraudulent Businessmen Posing As Estate Developers

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3 years ago

June 13, 2021

The FCT Chapter of the Real Estate Developers Association of Nigeria (REDAN) has said it is poised to tackle fraudulent businessmen posing as estate developers, swindling unsuspecting Nigerians in the process.

The association promised to arrest the situation and at the same time find solutions to the inadequate housing supply in the city exacerbated by the daily influx of Nigerians to the FCT due to general insecurity across the nation.

Abuja chapter of Real Estate Developers Association of Nigeria chairman, Osilama Emmanuel Osilama disclosed this to news men in Abuja, yesterday, ahead of its General meeting of all stakeholders in FCT scheduled for 15th June, 2021 with the theme “ Solution to developers’ challenges in the FCT, Rural -Urban Housing Initiative (RUHI 774) and other options.’’

He said that the General meeting will be an avenue to accelerate the concept of mass affordable housing delivery to Nigerians, initiated by REDAN, aimed to deliver 100 housing units in each of the 774 local councils of Nigeria, including the FCT.

According to him, the event will witness the introduction of REDAN FCT displinary committee as well as regulatory agencies and financial/ law enforcement agencies scheduled for Chelsea Hotel, Abuja.

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AMAC names crescent after Akwa Ibom governor

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4 weeks ago

March 22, 2024

The Gleamer

By Philomina Attah
The Abuja Municipal Area Council (AMAC), on Thursday in Abuja, unveiled a crescent named after the Governor of Akwa Ibom, Eno Umo

The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the crescent, located in the Idu industrial area of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), was named after Umo in recognition of his track record as governor.

The naming of the crescent is seen as a fitting tribute to the governor’s achievements and a testament to his contribution to the advancement of the area.

Speaking during the unveiling of the crescent, the Chairman of AMAC, Christopher Maikalangu, described the governor as a “son of the soil” whose achievements in road construction, agriculture, education, and other sectors have been remarkable.

The AMAC chairman, represented by the council’s Supervisory Councillor on Special Duties, Mr Emmanuel Inyang, praised the governor’s commitment to development and expressed gratitude for his contributions to the progress of the community.

“He has done very well within the shortest time of his tenure in office.

“In terms of road infrastructure, in terms of agriculture, in terms of education, in terms of other activities that he has been able to put in place.

“Arising from your numerous contributions to your fatherland, AMAC has deemed it fit to recognise your contribution and issue a ‘symbol of award of the street name’ in your honour in appreciation of your commitment to developing the country.

“We see this as an opportunity to encourage you to do more for the people of your state.

“We wish you more grace as you discharge your responsibility and give enviable service to your fatherland,” the chairman said.

Akariyere Tommy, the Transitional Chairman of Eket Local Government Area of Akwa Ibom, expressed gratitude to the council for recognising the governor’s contributions to the development of the area.

Tommy emphasised the importance of history and how naming the crescent after the governor would serve as testimony to his achievements.

He applauded the council members and staff for their dedication and support.

In his comments on behalf of the governor, Mr Jeremiah Efeh, the Director of Finance, Akwa Ibom Liaison Officer Abuja, thanked the council for finding the governor worthy of the honour. (NAN)

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