Amanze Chinonye
The Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) has imposed a ban on the use of smartphones and other smart devices by staff of the Department of Land Administration and the Abuja Geographic Information System (AGIS) on Grade Level 14 and below during working hours, Prime Business Africa reports.
The directive, contained in an internal circular dated November 28, 2025, was signed by Amaka H. Ezike, Assistant Director (Admin), on behalf of the Acting Director of Administration.
According to the circular, enforcement of the ban will commence on Monday, December 1, 2025, and will apply to smartphones, smartwatches, and all internet-enabled gadgets. The FCTA noted that secured cabinets have been provided for staff to store their devices, which may only be accessed during designated break periods..
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The administration explained that the decision follows resolutions reached during a general staff meeting held on November 18, where it was agreed that only basic “torchlight phones’’ without internet connectivity would be permitted for essential communication while on duty.
“All affected officers are hereby advised to comply strictly with this directive, as any violation will attract appropriate disciplinary action,” the circular stated.
Management staff were further instructed to disseminate the directive to their subordinates and ensure full compliance.
Prime Business Africa understands that the policy is part of ongoing efforts to improve productivity, safeguard sensitive data, and minimise distractions within the FCTA’s land administration system.
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