Man arraigned over alleged takeover of Lagos church land
A man identified as Olusola Shedrach has been arraigned before the Lagos State High Court in Ikeja over allegations involving the forceful takeover and damage of property belonging to Harvesters Church. The state prosecutor, Olufunmilayo Aluko, presented a three-count charge against him, including breach of peace. Shedrach pleaded not guilty to all charges. Justice Hakeem Oshodi adjourned the case to April 22, 2026, for the bail application and set June 17, 2026, for the trial.
What happened
- Olusola Shedrach was arraigned before Justice Hakeem Oshodi on allegations of forceful takeover, property damage, and breach of peace.
- The property in question belongs to Harvesters Church, located along the Gbagada–Oworonshoki Expressway.
- The prosecution stated that the offences contravene various sections of Lagos State laws from 2015 and 2016.
- Shedrach pleaded not guilty, and his counsel requested time to prepare a bail application.
- Justice Oshodi adjourned the case to April 22, 2026, for the bail hearing and June 17, 2026, for the trial to begin.
