Abia Government Distances Itself from Nsulu Land Summit, Issues Public Warning

The Abia State Government has formally distanced itself from the "International Summit on Lands, Estates, and Properties" scheduled to hold today in the Nsulu Kingdom, located in the Isiala Ngwa North Local Government Area.

The event, which has been publicized as a major gathering on land-related issues, is not sanctioned by the state government, despite its location in the community earmarked for the Abia International Airport project.

In an official public service announcement signed by Chaka Ikenna Chukwumerije, the state’s Commissioner for Lands and Housing, the government made it clear that it is neither organizing nor participating in the summit.

“Any person or group engaging in land transactions in or around the airport zone is doing so at great personal and financial risk,” Chukwumerije warned.

He stressed that the Abia State Government has completed all necessary land acquisitions for the proposed airport at the Nsulu site, and that all land-related inquiries should be directed to the Ministry of Lands and Housing at the State Secretariat, Ogurube Layout, Umuahia.

The commissioner advised the public to consult only authorized government channels to avoid potential legal or financial issues. Unauthorized land dealings, especially in designated airport development zones, will not be recognized by the state.

While some landowners have raised concerns over compensation and acreage of the acquired land, the Abia State Government maintains that it has paid fair compensation, reduced the amount of land acquired from the original proposal, and committed to providing employment opportunities to local residents through the Airport City project.

The administration reiterated its commitment to transparency and fairness in land acquisition, and urged the public to remain vigilant:

“Any summit or transaction outside proper channels is unofficial and carries significant risk. Residents are advised to seek guidance only from the Ministry,” the statement concluded.