Wike’s Son Denies $2.1m Abuja Land Deal Allegation, Tells Court Signature Was Forged

Jordan Wike, son of Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister Nyesom Wike, has denied allegations that he collected $2.1 million from businessman Safwan Garba over a failed Abuja real estate deal.

Jordan made the denial on Wednesday before the FCT High Court, where he appeared in a suit filed by Garba and his company, GY Global Oil and Gas Nigeria Limited, over the disputed property transaction.

The businessman had approached the court seeking a refund of the alleged $2.1 million payment, claiming it was part of a joint venture agreement to develop residential houses in Abuja.

According to court documents, Garba alleged that Jordan introduced him to a housing project on September 26, 2025, involving land in Guzape Extension and Katampe New Extension.

Garba told the court that both parties agreed to develop the properties, with him providing $4.2 million for construction while Jordan was expected to contribute the land.

The claimant alleged that the agreement provided for a 60:40 sharing arrangement, with 60 percent of proceeds going to him and 40 percent to Jordan.

Garba further claimed that Jordan pressured him to pay half of the required funds and allegedly received $2.1 million in cash at a residence in Gwarinpa on October 17, 2025.

He alleged that Jordan signed an acknowledgement for the money and presented his National Identity Number (NIN) slip, but later failed to commence the project.

The businessman told the court that he later discovered another company had started construction on the land, leading to questions over the ownership and availability of the property.

Garba also claimed that his attempt to resolve the matter through the FCT minister failed, alleging that Wike described him as “a liar and a thief” and handed him over to the police.

However, Jordan rejected the allegations, insisting that he did not collect the money and that the contract documents presented before the court were not signed by him.

When shown the agreement containing a signature attributed to him, Jordan said, “I don’t know him. I didn’t collect or sign any document”.

During cross-examination, he also denied meeting Garba on September 26, 2025, and said his signature on the disputed document was forged.

The court also examined a voice note transcription dated October 17, 2025, with Jordan acknowledging that it contained discussions relating to money, but he maintained his innocence over the alleged payment.

Jordan’s lawyer, Ogwu Onoja, later requested more time to subpoena witnesses, while the judge adjourned the matter until December 1, 2026, for further proceedings.

The case is one of several civil disputes involving real estate transactions in the FCT, where rapid urban development and high-value property deals have increased the need for clear agreements, proper documentation and transparency among investors.