NGCharles Avwenagha, a Nigerian returnee investor, is considering leaving Nigeria permanently and renouncing his citizenship after his Abuja-based business, Stopover Bar and Grill, was demolished by the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA). The business, which cost £75,000 to establish, was destroyed without prior notice, leading to significant financial loss and job losses for 84 employees. Avwenagha claims he received no official communication before the demolition and acted on rumors about potential land reclamation. He expressed frustration over the lack of support and questioned whether diaspora investors should continue investing in Nigeria under current conditions. The incident has raised concerns about the impact on local employment and the viability of foreign investment in the country.
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