Complaints commission assures of addressing issues affecting FCT natives

The Commissioner representing the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) at the Public Complaints Commission (PCC), Hon. Musa Dikko, has reaffirmed the commission’s commitment to addressing critical issues affecting indigenous residents of the territory. Dikko gave the assurance on Friday in Abuja while receiving the leadership of the Coalition of Indigenous People of Abuja, led by its […]

The Commissioner representing the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) at the Public Complaints Commission (PCC), Hon. Musa Dikko, has reaffirmed the commission’s commitment to addressing critical issues affecting indigenous residents of the territory.

Dikko gave the assurance on Friday in Abuja while receiving the leadership of the Coalition of Indigenous People of Abuja, led by its Interim Secretary, Comrade Peter Jigo, during a courtesy visit to the commission’s office.

He said the commission would take necessary steps to address key concerns raised by the natives, including land disputes, administrative injustices and legal grievances.

The commissioner emphasised the need for affected persons to follow established legal and administrative procedures in seeking redress, noting that due process remains essential for resolving conflicts.

He also assured the coalition of the commission’s willingness to collaborate with community-based organisations in addressing issues affecting residents.

At the end of the visit, Dikko presented the delegation with copies of the Public Complaints Commission Act and other relevant materials to aid their engagement with the commission.

Earlier, Jigo said the visit was aimed at fostering collaboration with the commission on issues affecting indigenous communities in the FCT.

He identified key areas of interest to include mediation and facilitation of land and community disputes, provision of legal guidance on administrative injustices, as well as capacity building and increased awareness of citizens’ rights and complaint procedures.

Other areas, he said, include strengthening communication channels between communities and the commission, as well as joint advocacy for peaceful, lawful and sustainable resolution of FCT-related issues.

Jigo, who appreciated the commissioner for the warm reception, urged member associations to take advantage of the partnership by properly documenting and channeling their concerns through appropriate structures to the commission.

He added that the engagement represents a significant step towards strengthening institutional support for indigenous communities and ensuring their concerns are effectively addressed.