Authorities of the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) have written to the minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, requesting to relocate several illegal structures located around the Bill Clinton Air Force base.

 

 

According to NAF, the structures pose a security threat to the military base and were erected without the approval of relevant agencies, adding that this is a violation of the property regulations of the federal government.

 

 

The letter is titled “Request for Relocation of Illegal Structures at Nigerian Air Force Land, Bill Clinton Drive, Abuja” and signed by Air Commodore JU Usman, the Commander NAF Camp, Abuja, on behalf of the Chief of Air Staff.

 

 

It reads, “The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) land located at Nuwalege Village, Bill Clinton Drive Abuja has overtime trespassed.

 

 

“This incursion is in violation of property regulations and also poses serious security concerns as it were.

 

 

“There is therefore, the need to relocate these illegal structures and/or shanties to reduce the security risk posed by the structures including the inhabitants while adhering to land regulations.

 

 

“For any clarification, please contact the undersigned on; 0803 450 4549.

 

 

“The Hon Minister is thus, kindly requested to authorize the relocation of the shanties at NAF land, Nuwalege Airport Road or direct as appropriate.

 

 

“While awaiting a prompt and favourable disposition, Sir, accept the warmest regards of Chief ofthe Air Staff, Your Excellency.”