LAGOS GOVT SETTLES LAND DISPUTES, GIVES OVER 8,827 SQM TO FAMILIES IN SHASHA
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The Lagos State Government has successfully resolved a long-standing land dispute by giving over 8,827.570 square meters of land to rightful families in Afoka, Shasha, within Alimosho Local Government.
This marks a significant step in the state’s ongoing efforts to address land-related conflicts.
Commissioner for Housing, Hon. Maruf Akinderu-Fatai, emphasized that the decision, directed by Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, underscores the government’s commitment to peaceful dispute resolution, fostering development, and maintaining harmony within communities.
The resolution follows a legal dispute that was referred to the Lagos Multi-Door Courthouse for mediation. The process concluded with an agreement, leading to a consent judgment delivered by Hon. Justice O.A. Ogala of the Lagos State High Court on June 25, 2024.
The Commissioner further highlighted that the availability of land is crucial for the state’s affordable housing initiatives, whether through government projects or private sector investments.
Akinderu-Fatai, who was represented by the Permanent Secretary, Engr. Abdulhafis Toriola, also stated that the full and final settlement of the claims in the suit and the handing over of preliminary documents to parties, detailing the portion that belongs to the Lagos State government and the two families, will enable access to the utilisation of the entire 17,655.145 square meters for development.
He further encouraged the families and community leaders to see the handover of the land as a gesture of the State Government to promote peace within the entire Shasha community and environs.
The handover ceremony was attended by the Senior Special Assistant to the Governor on Housing ESV Ayodeji Amodu, Oba Babatunde Ogunronbi, the Oba of Shasha kingdom and representatives of all the families who are parties to the dispute.
Oba Ogunrombi appreciated the Lagos State Government for putting a final but positive closure to the issue.
The parcel of land was meant to be Phase II of the Millenium Housing Estate Shasha, commissioned during the time of Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu.
The Lagos State Government has been proactive in addressing land-related issues, establishing a process for acquiring land that involves following due process and ensuring fair compensation for all stakeholders.
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