Ogun community at risk as land grabbers ignore court orders to demolish property

By Sodiq Adelakun

Realty Point Limited has warned of a potential community conflict in Ijere, Obafemi Owode Local Government Area, following the alleged invasion of its land by suspected land grabbers, despite a binding court ruling.

The property, situated at Pakuro Scheme 1 and covering about 76.15 acres, is the subject of Suit Number AB/489/2025 (Realty Point Limited v. Dotun Lamikanra & 4 Ors). 

The company claims that the site has been illegally occupied, in direct violation of a Supreme Court-backed right of title.

Addressing pressmen in Lagos on Monday, Managing Director of Realty Point, Debo Adejana said the situation could escalate into violence if not addressed promptly. 

“This is capable of causing serious unrest and a community war. Land grabbers have occupied our site even though we have followed all legal processes,” he said.

Adejana also alleged that some police officers were present during the demolition, prompting the company to notify law enforcement authorities. Amotekun operatives were later dispatched, but work on the land reportedly continues. 

“If both citizens and authorities ignore the law, this could spark a full-scale conflict,” he added.

The company’s lawyer, Barr Gbenga Eretan, said, “The Court of Appeal confirmed Realty Point Limited as the rightful owner. Anyone trespassing or interfering with the land without overturning the judgment is in contempt of court. The law is clear: no one should act outside the ruling of a competent court.”

A letter dated 27 August 2025, sent to the General Manager of Ogun State Planning and Development Permit Authority, warned that any demolition would be a flagrant violation of court authority and democratic values. 

The letter cited a subsisting interim injunction issued on 28 July 2025 by Chief Judge Honourable Justice M. A. Dipeolu, which restrains all parties, including government agencies, from taking action on the land until the matter is fully resolved.

Adejana further expressed shock that the land grabbers claimed to have political backing, stressing the need for authorities to enforce the law. 

“We have a clear land tenure system. The site must be vacated immediately to prevent escalation,” he said.

The company called on relevant authorities to respect the rule of law and seek legal avenues to resolve disputes, rather than resorting to illegal actions that could jeopardise public safety and investment.