Falana warns FCTA against sealing of embassies (Linda Ikeji Blog)

10 Jun 2025 08:38 am
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Lawyer and human rights activist Femi Falana has issued a warning to the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) against the sealing of embassies in Abuja. Falana stated that such actions violate international law and could lead to diplomatic tensions between Nigeria and other countries. He also pointed out that the FCTA does not have the legal authority to seal off diplomatic premises without the consent of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Falana urged the FCTA to find alternative means of resolving any issues with the embassies rather than resorting to extreme measures. He emphasized the importance of upholding international law and maintaining good diplomatic relations with other nations.

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  • 1) Femi Falana warned against sealing embassies, Should local governments even have that power over diplomatic missions?
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    11 Jun

    I think as a politician and a lawyer Wike knows better about the situation. He knows the consequences of tempering and attempting to close foreign embassies in the name of not paying ground rent. I think it just a way to rattle people into believing he’s working.
  • 2) Since sealing embassies risks diplomatic fallout, What better ways can unpaid fees be resolved with foreign missions?
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    11 Jun

    There are numerous diplomatic ways to go about this than threatening to close down the embassies. The minister can write to them through the country’s envoy to the defaulted embassies and inform them of the situation which I’m sure they will do the needful.

  • 3) Falana raised legal and diplomatic concerns. Is he more focused on protecting Nigeria’s image or just the law?
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  • 4) If sealing embassies risks Nigeria’s global image, Would strict law enforcement help or hurt more?
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  • 5) Since Falana is challenging the FCTA, Will his argument change the government's approach?
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