Tension has engulfed Oworonshoki, Lagos, after over 70 houses were demolished at Ajileru, Ososa Extension, and Toluwalase Streets, days after a High Court ordered a halt to demolitions in the area.
Justice A.G. Balogun of the Lagos High Court had on October 23, 2025, restrained the Lagos State Government and its agencies from demolishing properties belonging to members of the Itesiwaju Ajumoni CDA. The injunction remains in force until due legal procedures are followed.
Despite this, bulldozers escorted by security operatives reportedly moved in at midnight on Saturday, pulling down homes and displacing families.
“Our houses were destroyed despite the court order. People slept outside with their children,” said a resident, Mr. Adewale. Another, Adenike, who is pregnant, said she fled barefoot with her children.
Community leaders condemned the action as contempt of court, accusing the government of violating the rule of law.
The affected residents have called for urgent intervention from the Lagos State Government and human rights groups.
