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Man sues Catholic Church, four others for N30m over alleged property demolition, land grabbing

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Man sues Catholic Church, four others for N30m over alleged property demolition, land grabbing

Man sues Catholic Church, four others for N30m over alleged property demolition, land grabbing

 

 

 

 

Mr Babatunde Olalekan Lawal of No 15, Church Street, Opebi, Lagos has dragged the incorporated Trustees of St Alphonsus Catholic Church, Akute, Ogun State as well as Hakeem Fabolude, Samson Fabolude, Rasheed Fabolude and Yaya Ogundimu before an Ogun State High Court sitting in Ota for alleged demolition of his four-flat building at Tunde Senbanjo Crescent, Akute as well as the forceful take over of the three and half plot of lands upon which the property was built.

 

 

Man sues Catholic Church, four others for N30m over alleged property demolition, land grabbing

 

 

 

 

 

 

Mr Babatunde Olalekan Lawal, in a suit marked HCT/861/19 and dated September 7, 2020 filed by Barr A T Badmus, alleged that the 1st defendant, St Alphonsus Catholic Church, Akute connived with the 5th defendant, Yaya Ogundimu alleged to be a land speculator as well as the 2nd to 4th defendants; Hakeem Fabolude, Samson Fabolude and Rasheed Fabolude to chase out his sister and other tenants of the house sometimes in 2013 after which the structure was demolished with the first defendant, the Catholic Church taking possession of the property.

 

 

 

 

 

The claimant explained that he had bought the 3 and half plot of land around 1990 from the Fabolude’s family through his sister, one Mrs Adebayo Oluwatoyin and that sometimes in 1992 when he came back to Nigeria from abroad, he had perfected the land sales agreement with the Fabolude’s family after which he built three bedroom flat, two other rooms behind and one other on the land.

 

 

 

 

 

 

He said that he had equally gotten relevant documents from the government such as the Survey Plan and Certificate of Occupancy to confirm his ownership of the said land.

 

 

 

 

 

 

The claimant disclosed further that he had been enjoying relative peace on the property until sometimes in 2013 when Yaya Ogundimu, the 5th defendant chased his sister and other tenants living in the house away on the ground that he had a court judgement backing his actions whereas he claimed that the court processes leading to this judgement were not served on him neither his sister, one Mrs Olayinka Rufai living in the house.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The 5th defendant was said to have relied on a judgement in their favour in a suit marked HCL/24/81 to allegedly get another default judgment in a suit marked HCT/401/2005 to be laying ownership to the land.

 

 

 

 

 

 

The claimant however revealed that aside the fact that the 5th defendant allegedly did not serve him the court processes in the suit marked HCT/401/2005 upon which he got default judgment to take possession of the land in dispute, he also failed to make full disclosure to the court that that judgement in the suit no HCL/24/81 which he was relying on was at that time being challenged at the Appeal Court, Ibadan.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

He said the judgement the 5th defendant obtained in the suit no HCL/24/81 was on June 30, 2016 in a suit marked CA/1/76/93 vacated by the Appeal Court, Ibadan.

The claimant claimed further that during one of his visits to Nigeria, the 1st defendant, the St Alphonsus Catholic Church, Akute had approached him to sell his land to them but he had objected saying that he also wanted to use the land.

He explained that after allegedly conniving with the 5th defendant to illegally and forcefully take over his property through a backdoor judgement, the Catholic Church allegedly repurchased the property after which they brought the bulldozer to demolish his building and then occupied the three and half plot of land.

Mr Babatunde Olalekan Lawal also stated that sometimes in 2012, the Fabolude’s family through the 2nd to 4th defendants told him that he would have to repurchase the land and for the sake of giving peace a chance he paid another sum of N1m but was however surprised at the turn of events

The claimant among other things has therefore demanded N30m as special and general damages for the losses suffered over his property.

Aside asking the court to declare him as the rightful owner of the property, Mr Babatunde Olalekan Lawal equally asked the court to give perpetual order of injunction restraining the defendants, their agents, representatives among others from further entering of the land while the Catholic Church should also remove its encroaching structures on the land and vacate it.

Meanwhile, the presiding judge, Justice O. O. Osunfisan, who had just been re-assigned the case, has adjourned the matter to May 3, 2023 for further hearing of the suit.

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Nigerians Are Being Asked to Accept Dysfunction as Normal-Banwo ‎

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Nigerians Are Being Asked to Accept Dysfunction as Normal-Banwo

‎Lawyer and public affairs commentator, Dr. Ope Banwo, has delivered a scathing assessment of Nigeria’s governance landscape, warning that citizens are gradually being conditioned to accept systemic failures as a normal way of life.

‎In a strongly worded critique, Banwo painted a picture of a country where basic services remain inconsistent despite years of policy promises and public spending, raising concerns about accountability and leadership priorities.

‎He pointed to the continued instability in electricity supply, describing it as a long-standing issue that continues to burden households and businesses alike. According to him, the reliance on alternative power sources has become an economic strain that reflects deeper structural inefficiencies.

‎Banwo also highlighted persistent challenges in the education sector, where disruptions and extended academic timelines have become familiar patterns. He argued that such conditions place young Nigerians at a disadvantage in an increasingly competitive global environment.

‎On healthcare, he noted that limited public confidence in local systems continues to drive medical travel abroad among those who can afford it, a trend he said raises questions about the effectiveness of domestic investment in the sector.

‎Beyond service delivery, Banwo expressed concern over what he described as a visible disconnect between public officials and the realities faced by citizens. He referenced widespread perceptions of inequality and questioned whether governance structures are sufficiently aligned with public needs.

‎“What is worrying is not just the existence of these problems,” he said, “but the growing acceptance of them as inevitable.”

‎Banwo argued that when dysfunction becomes normalized, the urgency for reform diminishes, allowing systemic issues to persist unchecked.

‎He called for stronger institutional accountability, emphasizing the need for transparency in public spending and decision-making. While refraining from naming individuals, he stressed that sustainable development requires leadership that is both responsive and responsible

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Primate Ayodele’s Prophecies On Former President’s Death, Deputy Gov, Others Fulfilled

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*Primate Ayodele’s Prophecies On Former President’s Death, Deputy Gov, Others Fulfilled

 

The Leader of INRI Evangelical Spiritual Church, Primate Elijah Ayodele is in the news again for the fulfilment of his prophecies as usual.

As we know, the only time Primate Ayodele gets in the news is when he makes prophecies and when they come to pass. No extra, no unnecessary attention, no lifestyle showcasing, just doing what God has sent him to do.

Just as it had been established earlier, Primate Ayodele has nothing less than 20,000 prophecies that have been fulfilled to his credit and as the day goes by, they continue to increase.

Recent additions to his fulfilled prophecies include:

1 Death of Former Algeria President: Former Algerian President Liamine Zeroual has died at the age of 85, the Algerian presidency said Sunday.

A statement said Zeroual had been battling illness for some time and was receiving treatment at the Mohamed Seghir Nekkache Military Hospital.

He died at the hospital.

Primate Ayodele had in a prophetic session warned nations to be pray against the death of a former president.

2 Resignation of Kano Deputy governor: The Deputy Governor of Kano State, Aminu Gwarzo, has resigned from the position, citing the need to ensure stability in governance and allow the office to function effectively.

In a press statement issued by the Kwankwasiyya Movement on Friday, the decision was described as “difficult” but necessary in the overall interest of the people of Kano State.

“The Deputy Governor of Kano State has tendered his resignation from office… This decision, though difficult, has been taken in the overall interest of the people and the stability of governance in Kano State.”

Primate Ayodele in a prophetic moment had revealed that it is not every deputy governor that will finish their tenure, indicating that some may die or resign. The prophecy was first fulfilled with the deputy governor of Bayelsa state and now Kano, with resignation.

3 Plateau attacks: The Plateau State Government has imposed a 48-hour curfew on Jos North Local Government Area following a deadly attack in the Angwan Rukuba community.

In a statement on Sunday, the state Commissioner for Information and Communication, Joyce Ramnap, said the curfew would take effect from midnight of March 29 to April 1, 2026.

The government said the decision followed a “tragic security incident” in the area, which resulted in loss of lives and left several others injured.

The statement read, “Following the tragic security incident that occurred at Gari Ya Waye community, Angwan Rukuba, today, Sunday, 29th March 2026, resulting in the loss of lives, while several others sustained varying degrees of injuries.

Primate Ayodele had in several prophecies mentioned that Plateau state would be attacked by gunmen. He called on security operatives to watch out and prepare ahead for the attacks.

These were his words:

“Terrorist attacks will be extended to Nasarawa, Gombe, Plateau, Kaduna, Bauchi, Benue, Abuja and Kogi. Let the CDS and COAS brainstorm and strategise, it’s time to eliminate terrorists in the country.

“They are both capable hands, they should not allow these terrorists to destroy their legacies and credibility.

”The ESN is also planning an attack in the South-East, it is a red alert because they want to abort a lot of people including an emir,”

https://tribuneonlineng.com/primate-ayodele-names-states-to-be-attacked-by-terrorists/

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Grace Nation: Harvest of Babies 2026 Records Miracle Birth and Dedication of Twins as Conference Concludes

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Guard your fruitfulness—identify and avoid distractions.”

 

The 2026 edition of Harvest of Babies, the flagship family liberation conference of Grace Nation Global, concluded with remarkable testimonies, including the reported safe delivery of a baby boy during the programme and the dedication of multiple “miracle babies.”

 

Miracle Delivery and Baby Dedications

One of the standout testimonies involved a woman whose pregnancy had gone beyond term and was reportedly scheduled for surgery. According to accounts shared during the conference, she was prayed for after being identified during one of the sessions. She later delivered a healthy baby boy without complications during the course of the event.

The conference also witnessed the dedication of several children described as long-awaited blessings, including twins after 15 years, a baby boy after 9 years, and a baby girl after 7 years. The dedications formed a major highlight of the closing moments of the programme, reinforcing the conference’s focus on fruitfulness and restoration.

 

Teaching on Fruitfulness

Continuing his teaching series on “Fruitfulness,” the Generational Prophet of God and Senior Pastor of Grace Nation Worldwide, Dr Chris Okafor, emphasized the importance of addressing the root causes of life’s challenges.

“If the cause of a battle is not confronted, the cycle may continue,” he said, adding that spiritual discipline—particularly prayer—remains a key tool in overcoming limitations such as barrenness, whether physical, financial, or generational.

He described prayer as a necessary channel for divine intervention, stressing that understanding one’s spiritual foundation is essential to overcoming recurring challenges.

 

Guarding Your Fruitfulness

Dr. Okafor also warned about distractions that may hinder progress, urging believers to remain focused on principles that sustain growth and fulfillment.

“Every kingdom operates by principles,” he noted. “If you allow distractions around you to take your focus away from those principles, you may delay your manifestation.”

He encouraged participants to be intentional about their environment, relationships, and spiritual discipline in order to maintain their breakthroughs.

 

What Hinders Fruitfulness?

The cleric identified curses and ignorance as major obstacles to fruitfulness. According to him, some challenges may stem from longstanding family patterns, but these can be broken through spiritual understanding and alignment.

He reiterated that blessings—particularly those pronounced through spiritual authority—have the capacity to reverse negative cycles and establish fruitfulness.

“Ignorance allows problems to persist,” he said. “But when you gain understanding and follow divine instruction, transformation begins.”

 

Looking Ahead

Although the 2026 Harvest of Babies conference has ended, organizers say the testimonies and experiences from the event will have a lasting impact. Many participants expressed faith that by this time next year, they will return with their own testimonies of fruitfulness.

The conference closed on a note of expectation, with attendees looking forward to future editions and continued manifestations of what they described as divine intervention. By Sunday Adeyemi [email protected]

 

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