In a bid to foster peace and harmony within the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), the Honourable Commissioner Musa Dikko, In advancing Peace and Conflict resolution, met with district chiefs from various parts of the FCT within the week.

The meeting, which marked the first in a series of peace-building sessions, brought together 11 district heads who have been impacted one way or the other by road and infrastructure development projects in the area.

The gathering aimed at addressing ongoing concerns and ensuring that the implementation of these development projects align with the community’s needs and expectations had in attendance not only district heads, but Management staff of the PCC, who engaged in detailed discussions regarding the challenges faced by the local communities.

After hours of deliberation, the participants collectively reached agreements on several key actions to ensure peace and transparency in the FCT.

Among the resolutions made, are the following :

  • Review of the FCT Master Plan: The government through the Public Complaints Commission FCT is urged to revisit and review the FCT Master Plan to ensure it accommodates the current realities of the territory’s growth and development.
  • Update of the 2004 Compensation Rate: It was pointed out that the compensation rates established in 2004 have become outdated, and the government was urged to adjust them to reflect the present-day economic conditions.
  • Increased Involvement of Indigenes and PCC in Compensation Discussions: To ensure fairness and transparency, the government was called upon to involve the indigenes of the FCT and the PCC more actively in the compensation negotiations.
  • Organization of a Town Hall Meeting: The PCC was encouraged to organize town hall meetings with all relevant stakeholders, including members of the National Assembly, District heads, Traditional chiefs, local council chairmen, councillors, and youth representatives.

This platform would allow for open and transparent discussions on ongoing and future development projects.
The resolutions, as communicated by Mrs. Irene Chuka, the State Director of Investigation, were seen as steps toward building trust between the government, traditional leadership, and the residents of FCT.

As the PCC continues its peace-building efforts, the involvement of all stakeholders will be critical in ensuring the successful implementation of these resolutions and maintaining peace in the Federal Capital Territory.

This marks the beginning of a series of such engagements, with further meetings planned to include a broader array of district heads, political figures, and youth representatives in the coming months.