Tinubu Administration to Resolve 80% of Judges’ Housing Challenges by 2027 – Wike

The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has pledged that the administration of President Bola Tinubu will address up to 80% of the housing challenges faced by judges in Nigeria before the end of his first term in office in 2027.

Wike gave this assurance on Tuesday during the commissioning of a magistrates’ court complex in Abuja.

He revealed that the FCT High Court is set to receive 50 duplex units, with 20 units scheduled for delivery by October 2025 and the remaining 30 units by June 2026.

Highlighting the gravity of the situation, Wike expressed concern over judges living in rented accommodations and facing undue pressure from landlords. “Sometimes, you see judges living as tenants. Landlords go as far as blocking their gates with cars over unpaid rent,” he noted.

He stressed the importance of ensuring that members of the judiciary have a decent and supportive living and working environment, which he said is essential for the timely and effective administration of justice.

Wike explained that the Federal Capital Development Authority (FCDA) is responsible for constructing public infrastructure in Abuja, including buildings for the judiciary.

He further reiterated President Tinubu’s commitment to strengthening the judiciary, stating: “You cannot talk about fighting corruption without providing the right environment and proper welfare for judges and magistrates.”

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