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Court rules on Lagos community after 35 years of legal battle

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Court rules on Lagos community after 35 years of legal battle

 

 

 

The 35-year-old legal battle over the ownership of a vast expanse of land, covering 11.370 hectares in Igbo Esinsin, Ologunebi village in the Alimosho area of Lagos State, was finally settled on Friday as sheriffs and court bailiffs supervised the possession of the land by the owner.

 

 

 

Court rules on Lagos community after 35 years of legal battle

 

 

The battle for ownership of the land reportedly began in 1989, was discontinued, and another suit was instituted in 2006, which eventually terminated at the Supreme Court.

 

 

 

A Lagos High Court, presided over by Justice Atinuke Ipaye, granted an Order of Possession in favour of the Ologunebi family after the Supreme Court had struck out the notice of Appeal by Oba Sule Odu Alabe for himself and on behalf of the Odo Alabe and Ajasa families.

 

 

 

The high court judge had in September 2011, in a matter with Suit No. ID/937/2006, ruled in favour of the Ologunebi family, prompting the judgement debtor to seek redress at the Appeal Court and Supreme Court, where the case was withdrawn or struck out for incompetence.

Justice Atinuke Ipaye, while giving her ruling on the application for Order of Possession by the judgement creditor, emphasised that it is important that litigants enjoy the ‘fruit of success’ of their legal contest.

Justice A. Ipaye also continued that “this court, having also extracted an undertaking from the judgement creditor to the effect that execution of the judgement shall not be used as an occasion to unleash violence and mayhem on the holders of third-party interest created over the subject property in the course of litigation.

She therefore ruled that “a consequential order of this honourable court be and is hereby made, granting possession of all that piece/parcel of land, subject matter of this suit situated, lying, and being at Igbo Esinsin Ologunebi village, Lagos State, whose land is more particularly described and delineated in Survey Plan No. AGB2457A dated 28th May 1980, measuring 11.370 hectares, to the judgement creditor in order to give full effect to the final judgement of this honourable court delivered on September 29, 2011 and affirmed by the judgement of the Court of Appeal in CA/L/87M/2012 delivered on the 7th of July 2015.”

Counsel to the Ologunebi family, Idowu Kokumo, urged those who were affected by the judgement and the possession order to take advantage of the situation to ratify their interest in the properties.

He also stated that his client may take full possession of the property if the affected house owners fail to ratify their ownership.

He said, “We are here this morning to execute the judgement of the High Court. The judgement was delivered over fifteen years ago. The Odo Alabe family appealed the judgement to the Court of Appeal, and they lost.”

The lawyer also added that “a subsequent appeal to the Supreme Court was struck out for incompetence. As of today, there is no subsisting appeal over the judgement of the high court.”

He therefore advised, “I hope they will take advantage by coming forward to ratify the ownership from the true owners of the land.”

He warned that “there will be a full recovery of the possession if they fail to ratify their ownership. The judgement is against the family that sold the land to them. It is in their own interest to come and ratify their ownership of the land.”

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Harmony Garden CEO Empowers Widows with Enhanced Welfare Support

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Harmony Garden CEO Empowers Widows with Enhanced Welfare Support

 

EPE, LAGOS — The Chief Executive Officer of Harmony Garden and Estate Development Limited, Hon. Dr. Saheed Audullahi Mosadoluwa, popularly known as Mr. Ibile, has reaffirmed his commitment to humanitarian service by extending increased welfare support to widows in Epe.

The gesture came during a visit by members of the Widows Association of Nigeria, Epe Branch, who gathered in large numbers on Tuesday to express appreciation for what they described as sustained generosity and life-changing support.

The engagement was marked by emotional testimonies, as several beneficiaries recounted how the initiative has improved their living conditions and restored hope. Many offered prayers for the philanthropist, describing his intervention as timely and impactful amid prevailing economic challenges.

One of the beneficiaries, Mrs. Folorunsho Quadri, commended Dr. Mosadoluwa’s consistent support, noting that the initiative has helped restore dignity among widows in the community. She revealed that members receive ₦100,000 quarterly, alongside a monthly stipend recently increased from ₦10,000 to ₦20,000 to cushion the effects of economic hardship.

According to her, the assistance goes beyond financial relief, providing emotional strength and encouragement for widows striving to rebuild their lives.

Responding, Dr. Mosadoluwa expressed gratitude for the visit and reiterated that his philanthropic activities are rooted in a genuine desire to give back to society. He emphasized that true wealth lies in the positive impact one makes in the lives of others, adding that supporting vulnerable groups remains a core priority.

The real estate developer also addressed concerns surrounding Harmony Garden, assuring the public of the company’s commitment to transparency and integrity, particularly in its land transactions.

He dismissed speculations linking his humanitarian gestures to political ambitions, maintaining that his actions are driven solely by compassion and a sense of social responsibility.

Dr. Mosadoluwa further urged the widows to make judicious use of the support while remaining resilient and hopeful despite life’s challenges.

Observers say the initiative highlights the increasing role of private sector players in complementing government efforts toward social welfare and community development.

Harmony Garden and Estate Development Limited continues to expand its presence in Nigeria’s real estate sector, while strengthening its reputation as a socially responsible organisation dedicated to improving lives.

 

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We Die Here” – Court Defied as FGCKOSA Vows All-Out Fight to Save Federal Government College Kano Land

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We Die Here” – Court Defied as FGCKOSA Vows All-Out Fight to Save Federal Government College Kano Land

We Die Here” – Court Defied as FGCKOSA Vows All-Out Fight to Save Federal Government College Kano Land

 

 

The Federal Government College Kano Old Students Association (FGCKOSA) has issued a fiery declaration of war against what it calls the illegal encroachment on its alma mater’s land, accusing unnamed parties of continuing construction work in brazen defiance of a court order.

 

In a passionate press statement released on Wednesday, the association declared that the land of the historic unity school is “not for sale, not for trade, not for negotiation,” and vowed to fight “legally, socially, and institutionally” without retreat or surrender.

 

According to FGCKOSA, the association acted swiftly after the encroachment came to light, engaging the Federal Ministry of Education, mobilising across media platforms, and securing an ex parte court order in Suit No. K/323/2026 before Honourable Justice Ubale Yusuf Muhammad of the Kano State High Court. The order, served on all parties by Saturday, April 11, 2026, commanded an immediate halt to all activity on the land.

 

However, the association reports that on Monday, an officer of the Kano State High Court, accompanied by alumni members, visited the site and found workers still present. The court order was served directly to school authorities, yet, FGCKOSA alleges, work has continued unabated.

 

Describing the act as “a brazen, shameless, and reckless act of impunity,” the association’s national president, Shoyinka Shodunke, said in the statement: “This is not development. This is racketeering. This is not enterprise. This is greed masquerading as progress.”

 

The statement reminded Nigerians that unity schools are “cradles of leadership, crucibles of character, and cathedrals of national unity,” warning that to violate them is to “vandalise Nigeria’s future.” It called on citizens, the federal government, and the press to declare where they stand, noting that “nations do not collapse from a lack of gold; they collapse when those entrusted with power lose their moral compass.”

We Die Here” – Court Defied as FGCKOSA Vows All-Out Fight to Save Federal Government College Kano Land

FGCKOSA further announced that it has established a foundation to raise funds for upgrading the school’s infrastructure—but stressed that this would be done “without conceding a single inch of land.” The statement ended with a fierce vow drawn from the school’s anthem: “On that glorious day… I vow to revere and thee adore,” adding, “As we say in Nigeria, we die here.”

 

Shodunke signed off on behalf of the association, declaring: “We will not relent. We will not forget. We will not forgive any assault on our alma mater.”

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