FCT Original Inhabitants Project

Welcome to the official handle of The FCT Original Inhabitants Project. This project addresses the decades-old political, economic, & cultural marginalization of the Original Inhabitants (OIs) of FCT Abuja. Read more here: fctoiproject.com/about-whoweare/ #FCTOILivesMatter #FCTOIProject

MairoPottery Centre Ushafa (Home of Creativity) opened in grand style with the unveiling of it's arts and craft on display with students and beneficiaries at work... #fctoiculturaladvocates

As the events wraps up, and #ProfJohnisByefecheNugba, he is riding the royal horse as a member of the advisory council of the Garki Kingdom.

Amina Salihu, Snr. Prog. Officer on Nigeria, MacArthur Foundation giving a vote of thanks to the traditional rulers in Hausa. #ProfJohnisByefecheNugba @macfound @chricedng

Dr. Zikirullahi Ibrahim, Executive Director CHRICED giving a vote of thanks... #ProfJohnisByefecheNugba

..I would like once again to thank you for this incredible honor and to look forward to our work together, on behalf of the McCarthur team we honor you, we thank you and we are very grateful for this warm reception...

...we celebrate together with you the appointment of the first original inhabitant into the federal cabinets under Democratic rule in Nigeria... #ProfJohnisByefecheNugba

@jpalfrey @macfound A Brief History of the Garki kingdom: The Kingdom dates back to the fifteenth Century, Founded by a Gbagi Hunter refered to as 'Baushe'. Being a great hunter, he attracted people to his new settlement pye-yi at the foot of the hill leading to the creation of Sub settlements.

officially coronated #ProfJohnisByefecheNugba

...where he was hunting for animals, he discover the forest also fertile for farming , the top good and secured to reside. He Settled on top of the hill (Epye in Gbagyi language). #ProfJohnisByefecheNugba

Brief History of Garki Kingdom. The coming to being of Garki kingdom dates back to thefifteenth century when a renowned Gbagyi Hunterpopularly referred to as “Baushe" who in his hunting expedition found a hill in the center of a thick forest... #ProfJohnisByefecheNugba

For over 600 Years of existence of the Sa'Peyi Kingdom, @jpalfrey is the First Foreigner to be decorated as the ByefecheNugba of the Sa'Peyi Kingdom #ProfJohnisByefecheNugba

The welcome address by the Garki traditional Council, on the occasion of the coronation of Prof. John Palfrey, President of the McArthur Foundation as the Byefeche'Nugba (Hero of Justice) #ProfJohnisByefecheNugba

#ProfJohnisByefecheNugba A cross section of cohort organisation leaders promoting the socio economic & cultural rights of the FCT OIs through the support of @macfound

Dr. Kole Ahmed Shetima addressing the entourage at the palace of HRH sa'peyi of Garki, Abuja #ProfJohnisByefecheNugba

#ProfJohnisByefecheNugba @jpalfrey arriving the venue and received by HRH Sa'Peyi of Garki Alh Dr Usman Nga Kupi to Kick start the Coronation Ceremony

We're Live at Garki Palace to Celebrate the Coronation of Prof John Palfrey, @jpalfrey President @macfound as the Hero of Justice of the FCT Original Inhabitants.

The McArthur Foundation President Prof John Palfrey Arriving at the Emir of Garkis palace a few minutes ago.

In the world of philanthropy, every day is a chance to make a positive impact. Make your week matter by sharing your blessings with others. Generosity isnt just about giving money; it's about giving time, kindness, & love. Start your week by making a difference! #MondayMotivation

Attempts to Prevent Climate Impacts. Combat the Environmental Impact of Climate Change👇

Reducing the Environmental Impact of Heavy Rainfall 👇 👍 Green Infrastructure 👍Proper Land Use Planning 👍 Afforestation and Reforestation 👍 Maintaining Natural Water Ways 👍 Design for Climate-Resilient Cities #solution #Rainfall