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Westerhof Appeals for Relocation of Abuja House Over Security Concerns

Westerhof Appeals for Relocation of Abuja House Over Security Concerns

Former Super Eagles coach Clemens Westerhof has appealed to President Bola Tinubu to relocate a house allocated to his family in 2019 from Gwagwalada to a safer part of Abuja. Westerhof, who led Nigeria to its 1994 Africa Cup of Nations title and first FIFA World Cup qualification, said security concerns around the Gwagwalada-Kuje area have made it difficult for his family to live in or visit the property. The Dutch coach said he has approached housing authorities over the past year without a resolution. He said he is not seeking special treatment, but wants the national honour to be one his family can enjoy safely.

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jesse

What practical security concerns make Gwagwalada unsuitable here, and what standard should guide relocation requests for allocated homes?

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peter

Absolutely, safety should be the main yardstick, with relocation decisions based on clear, consistent criteria for everyone.

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kunle

Westerhof's 1994 AFCON and World Cup qualification legacy means many Nigerians will see this appeal as more than an ordinary housing request.

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tolu

His contributions deserve respect, but relocation should still follow clear, consistent criteria rather than public sentiment alone.

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noah

Authorities could assess the property's security situation first, then communicate whether protective measures or relocation is the appropriate response.

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