The Abuja Municipal Area Council (AMAC) has officially debunked reports suggesting it has completely surrendered its constitutional powers regarding outdoor advertising and signage to the Department of Outdoor Advertisement and Signage (DOAS), adding the Council is in third party partnership with DOAS on some stipulated items.
In a formal statement released to the press, the Council addressed rumors circulating since December 2025, which claimed an agreement had been reached to transfer its revenue collection functions to FCTA-controlled agencies.
While the Council acknowledged that AMAC has agreed to concession some of its revenue items to DOAS and discussions are currently underway with FCTA departments to coordinate the placement of “mega billboards” across the city, it stressed that these conversations are collaborative in nature.
”Those modalities have not yet arrived at a workable conclusion,” the statement read, warning that any claims of a finalized completely takeover are premature and inaccurate.
Directives to Taxpayers and Advertisers
To avoid financial loss or legal complications, AMAC has issued a clear directive to the business community for the 2026 fiscal year:
Advertisers and revenue payers are advised to honor Demand Notices issued by AMAC.
All payments must be made exclusively into designated AMAC revenue accounts.
Business owners are urged to disregard “fake news” campaigns sponsored by unauthorized agents.
The Executive Chairman of AMAC reiterated that following established laws is the only way to prevent conflicts of interest and ensure a stable economic environment within the Federal Capital Territory.
”Following due process is essential to ensuring the lawful administration of the FCT,” the Chairman noted, while wishing business owners a prosperous 2026.
