Wike To Deputy Speaker: I’ll Expose You If You Don’t Pay Your Ground Rent

Wike clarified that the intent behind such an action would not be to embarrass Kalu, but to ensure accountability and support ongoing development projects.

He made this statement during the commissioning of the newly completed Collector Road CN2 (Zakari A. Kyari Street), linking the Arterial Road N11 (Ahmadu Bello Way) in Mabushi to the Judges Quarters in Katampe, along with other road infrastructure.

The Minister emphasized that revenue from ground rent is vital for funding the administration’s projects.

He stated:
“So Mr. President, you are represented here today by the Deputy Speaker. Mr. Deputy Speaker, if you own land here and haven’t paid your ground rent, we will publish your name.

“It’s not about embarrassing anyone. We need these funds to continue our development projects. These houses are not built by the poor—they’re built by wealthy individuals, and they must fulfill their obligations.