Tension has risen in Oworonshoki, Lagos, following the demolition of more than 70 houses at Ajileru, Ososa Extension, and Toluwalase Streets an action that occurred despite an active court injunction restraining the state government from proceeding with demolitions in the area.

The Lagos State Government has reiterated its commitment to enforcing compliance within state-owned housing estates, warning that residents who breach estate regulations risk losing their home allocations.

The Lagos State Government has announced that it will withdraw housing allocations from residents of government-owned estates who violate occupancy rules, lease properties to individuals involved in illicit activities, or fail to comply with estate management obligations.

Lagos State Government has blacklisted 176 estates across Ibeju-Lekki, Epe, Eti-Osa, and Ajah for operating without layout approvals. See the full list of affected estates.