By Atoyebi Nike
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has ordered the immediate removal of street beggars, traders, scavengers, miscreants, and “one chance” syndicates from Abuja and its satellite towns.
The directive, announced by Lere Olayinka, Wike’s Senior Special Assistant on Public Communications, marks the launch of “Operation Sweep Abuja”, a new security and sanitation initiative.
“Our nation’s capital should not be a haven for street beggars or criminal elements,” the statement read. “Security is everyone’s responsibility.”
A Joint Task Force, including security agencies and FCT departments, has been deployed to enforce the order. Arrested individuals will be profiled and returned to their home state governments.
Residents are encouraged to report suspicious activity via 08061581938 or 08032003913.
