The call for indigenous representation in the leadership of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) is intensifying, as voices from within the community demand immediate recognition of their rights to govern their ancestral land.
Speaking under the rallying banner “#FCTForFCT”, activist and community voice Dobiza Dobiza, popularly known as ONE MAN SQUAD, issued a strong statement stressing that the fight for indigenous leadership is not just a matter of politics but a matter of survival, identity, and justice.
“The danger is real; and it is urgent. Representation matters. Leadership is not just about occupying an office; it is about protecting the interests, values, and opportunities of our people. If we cannot stand for ourselves today, who will stand for us tomorrow?” Dobiza declared.
The activist urged FCT indigenes to rise with one voice in unity, insisting that the time has come for locals to defend their right to lead in their own land.
“Let us defend our right to lead in our own land. Let us put our people first. And the time is NOW!!!” he emphasized.
Dobiza’s declaration, punctuated with hashtags such as #OurLand_OurVoice, #Indigenous_First, #NoSeatFor_Strangers, #ProtectFCT, and #OurHeritage_OurRight, reflects growing sentiments within the FCT communities who have long felt marginalized in the governance and political structures of the capital.
The push for indigenous leadership has been a long-standing demand, with residents arguing that while Abuja serves as Nigeria’s seat of power, the native populations remain sidelined in decision-making processes and denied opportunities that rightfully belong to them.
As the movement gains traction, many observers note that this renewed urgency could shape political debates ahead of future transitions in the FCT’s administrative structures.
For now, one thing is clear: the cry of “FCT for FCT indigenes” is no longer just a slogan — it is a rallying call for justice and identity.