DEEPER LIFE CHURCH DEMANDS COMPENSATION, PROTECTION AFTER LAGOS CHURCH DEMOLITION
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The Deeper Life Bible Church has called for commensurate compensation and member protection following the demolition of its church building at 36 Aina Street, Lawanson, Surulere, Lagos State, by the Lagos State Building Control Agency (LASBCA).
Speaking to journalists on Friday, the church’s spokesperson, Mr. Taiwo Kupolati, confirmed that the building was pulled down on May 27, sparking concerns over the legality and motive behind the demolition.
Kupolati stated that the church rejected a N10 million compensation offer reportedly made by the Surulere Local Government, describing it as inadequate. He emphasized that the church is seeking a proper valuation of the property and relocation within the same vicinity to allow members to continue worshipping without disruption.
“Our members are raising questions on the legality of the action. For commensurate compensation to be made, the church wants proper valuation of the property,” Kupolati said.
He added that the church had petitioned the acting Inspector-General of Police, Zone Two Command, requesting protection for members engaging in lawful activities on the disputed land.
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Kupolati further revealed that although LASBCA carried out the demolition, the church suspects interest from local government authorities, alleging prior expressions of interest in the property by Surulere LGA officials.
“We were told that LASBCA acted on its own. But we know the local government had earlier indicated interest in the land,” he said.
In reaction, the Lagos State Commissioner for Information, Mr. Gbenga Omotoso, clarified that the state government was not involved in the demolition and expressed sympathy with the church.
“Governor Sanwo-Olu’s administration has always promoted fairness. We hold Deeper Life Church in high regard. The state government did not order the demolition,” Omotoso affirmed.
He added that discussions are ongoing between the government and the church, noting that the Governor’s Special Adviser on Religious Matters (Christian) is currently engaging with church representatives to find a resolution.
As tensions simmer, the church maintains its commitment to legal redress, urging authorities to ensure justice and the protection of religious rights.
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