The Abuja Municipal Area Council (AMAC) has firmly denied recent allegations accusing the council of fraud and misappropriation of public funds, describing the claims as “false, misleading, and intended to tarnish the council’s reputation.”
In a statement on Monday, AMAC Chairman Christopher Zakka Maikalangu said the allegations were being circulated by individuals posing as revenue collectors to extort unsuspecting residents. He clarified that the council has no connection with the group commonly referred to as “AMAC Boys,” who have been repeatedly accused of harassment and illegal revenue collection.
Maikalangu emphasized that AMAC operates a strictly regulated revenue system, and all official payments must be made directly into designated council bank accounts—not in cash or through roadside agents. He warned residents against dealing with unauthorized collectors, noting that the council has trained and properly identified staff responsible for legitimate revenue duties.
The Chairman also announced intensified enforcement measures, including a Revenue & Security Taskforce empowered to arrest fake agents and prosecute them through AMAC’s mobile court. Several impostors have already been apprehended in ongoing operations.
He urged the public to verify any demand notices or receipts before making payments, stressing the council’s commitment to transparency, accountability, and improved service delivery.
AMAC reaffirmed that it remains focused on blocking revenue leakages, digitizing its collection processes, and protecting residents from fraudulent activities carried out in its name.
