
Ogun community disputes building on blocked waterway
Residents of Olu Ayodele Street in Sango, Ogun State, have accused Kabiru Badmus of building structures on a waterway, leading to persistent flooding. The community claims that despite reporting the issue to authorities, little action has been taken. Oluremilekun Adekunbi, the community chairman, and residents like Pa Olu Ayodele and Pastor David Oladapo have called for government intervention. Badmus denies the allegations, insisting he has not violated any laws.
TLDR
- Residents allege that Kabiru Badmus constructed a mosque and other buildings on a waterway, causing flooding.
- The community says complaints to the Ogun State Town Planning Authority have not led to significant action.
- Oluremilekun Adekunbi and other residents insist only government demolition of the structures will solve the flooding.
- Pa Olu Ayodele and Pastor David Oladapo both report their homes are affected and want the government to enforce the original layout.
- Badmus maintains he legally bought the land and has not blocked any street, claiming the area was always a close, not a through road.