A dispute has reportedly erupted at Osborne Foreshore Estate in Lagos after the state’s Deputy Governor was allegedly locked out of a property by a developer, Peak Newspaper reports.
The incident has drawn attention to the unfolding disagreement, raising questions about the circumstances surrounding the property dispute and the actions of those involved.
The residents alleged that the developer carried out construction beneath high-tension electricity lines, covered sections of a canal with concrete slabs and engaged in sand-filling activities that allegedly narrowed water outlets, potentially increasing the risk of flooding.
They also accused the company of creating an unauthorised access gate and using security personnel and other individuals to intimidate residents who questioned the construction activities.
However, the Managing Director of Kenshad International Limited, Ken Ukaoha, reportedly denied deliberately locking out the deputy governor.
According to information available to Peak Newspaper, Ukaoha explained that the construction site was closed because workers had been directed to stay away following a government circular. He also claimed he was not in Lagos at the time and had not received formal notification of the planned inspection.
The developer further denied violating planning regulations, insisting that his company obtained the necessary government approvals and had contributed to the estate’s drainage infrastructure.
Meanwhile, Hamzat maintained that physical planning, land use and development control fall within the jurisdiction of state governments. He assured residents that the Lagos State Government would investigate the complaints and take appropriate action.
The visit was attended by former Minister of Finance, Wale Edun; Senator Wasiu Eshilokun Sanni; Lagos lawmaker Gbolahan Yishawu and other government officials.
The controversy has placed the spotlight on the responsibilities of developers, regulatory authorities and the need to protect residents and environmental infrastructure in Lagos.
