A shocking new development has emerged in Abuja, as Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has imposed a ban on mobile phones for staff of the Abuja Geographic Information Systems (AGIS) and the Department of Land Administration. The directive, which affects officers on Salary Grade Level 14 and below, is aimed at “maintaining discipline and information security” within the agency.
According to a memo issued by AGIS Head, Chijioke Nwankwoeze, the ban is effective immediately, and affected staff are not permitted to enter the premises with their mobile phones. The decision has been met with widespread criticism from civil servants, who argue that mobile phones are a vital tool for official communication.
The ban comes on the heels of a viral video showing Minister Wike in a heated confrontation with a naval officer over a disputed property in Abuja. Sources close to the matter suggest that Wike was infuriated by the rapid spread of the video on social media, and the ban is seen as a knee-jerk reaction to the embarrassment.
A senior AGIS staff member expressed frustration with the policy, stating, “This ban is impractical and counterproductive. How are we expected to communicate with our colleagues and the public without mobile phones? It’s a recipe for disaster.”
The move has sparked concerns about the minister’s management style and his ability to effectively lead the FCT administration. Many are questioning the timing of the ban, suggesting that it is a misguided attempt to control the narrative and stifle dissent.
As the controversy continues to unfold, one thing is clear: the ban has sent shockwaves through the civil service, and its implications will be felt for some time to come.
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