Ogun communities protest alleged farmland takeover
Residents from about 20 communities in Obafemi-Owode Local Government Area of Ogun State have staged a protest against the alleged forceful takeover of their farmlands by armed personnel. The protesters accuse Lukman Akinlade of orchestrating the seizure of their ancestral lands, which has left them unable to access their farms and rivers. Community leaders, including Chief Mukaila Sodunke and Chief Muraina Odelade, have called on Governor Dapo Abiodun and the police to intervene. Akinlade denies any wrongdoing, stating he legally acquired the land for agricultural purposes.
What happened
- Residents claim armed personnel have invaded their communities, preventing them from accessing their farmlands and rivers.
- Protesters allege that Lukman Akinlade is behind the takeover and have appealed to Governor Dapo Abiodun, the Commissioner for Justice, and the police for help.
- Community leaders say the situation has caused hardship, hunger, and fear among residents.
- Akinlade insists he obtained the land legally from the state government and has documents to prove it, promising compensation for affected landowners.
- Attempts to get a response from the state government were unsuccessful at the time of reporting.
