Adelani Adepegba, AbujaThe Federal Capital Territory Administration on Tuesday demolished about 500 structures in Paipe community near Idu-Karmo, Abuja. The exercise rendered many residents homeless, many of whom were seen salvaging some valuables from the rubble. A victim of the demolition, Madam Nkechi Kenneth, accused the FCT Administration of illegally demolishing her property which she said was built about two years ago. Victor Daniel said he too was not at home when his building was brought down, adding that property worth millions of naira was affected. The spokesperson, Abuja Metropolitan Management Council, Mrs. Grace Zamani said she was not aware of the demolition.

Source: Punch November 21, 2017 18:56 UTC