The Nsulu Airport Landowners Forum (NALF) on Sunday issued a strongly worded statement demanding a detailed map of the reduced acquisition area for the proposed Nsulu Airport and  a resumption of physical meetings with the technical committee rather than Zoom meetings 


In a letter addressed to Pastor Caleb Ajagba, the Chief of Staff to Abia State Governor Alex Otti,  NALF reiterated its rejection of the current land enumeration exercise, arguing that it violates an existing court order mandating a “status quo” until the legal matter is resolved.


The letter, signed by Dr. Max Nduaguibe (Chairman) and Elele Felix (Secretary) of the NALF, points to a previous communication dated January 3rd, 2025, outlining their concern 


 NALF asserts that it's demands are motivated by transparency in the verification exercise 


Following a virtual meeting with the government on February 16th, 2025, the Forum  requested a detailed map showing the revised land acquisition area, reduced from the initial 1,325 hectares to 1,025 hectares.


This map, they insist, must include precise coordinates to allow an independent surveyor to verify the boundaries on the ground.


The Forum believes this step is crucial to ensure the accuracy of the land reduction and prevent future disputes.


 NALF also expressed deep dissatisfaction with the virtual meeting format, stating that the government’s Zoom meetings have been unproductive and lack transparency. They therefore urged for a return to in-person technical committee meetings in a mutually agreed-upon neutral location, such as a village hall, to allow for more open and constructive dialogue.


According to NALF, any enumeration conducted before the exact extent of the government-approved reduction is clearly defined and independently verified,  risks being declared null and void, leading to unnecessary delays and further complications.


The letter was copied to key stakeholders, including  Hon. Ginger Onwusibe, House of Representative member representing Isiala-Ngwa North and South Federal Constituency; Hon. Collins Iheonunekwu, Abia State House of Assembly member representing Isiala-Ngwa North State Constituency and the Abia State Commissioner for Lands.


The Forum is urging swift action on its demands and awaits a prompt response from the government.


This development highlights the continuing stalemate in negotiations over the airport project.