Why we demolished Abiola-Onitiri’s residence — Oyo Govt

The Oyo State Government has justified its decision to pull down the building where a broadcast was made by the Coordinator of Yoruba Nation agitators, Mrs Dupe Onitiri-Abiola proclaiming Democratic Republic of the Yoruba.

Two buildings allegedly belonging to the leader of the agitators were reduced to rubbles by the government.

One was located at Toye Oyesola Street, Sagari, Boluwaji area and the other was at Oluyole Local Government area of Ibadan.

Read also: Yoruba Nation agitators hideout demolished.

While justifying the demolition exercise, the Commissioner for Lands, Housing, Survey and Urban Development, William Akin-Funmilayo, said the two houses were demolished having discovered that dangerous weapons were stored there.

Akin-Funmilayo said: “The demolition was carried out two days ago. We obtained a court order from High Court on April 16, 2024 to demolish the building, having got information that the Yoruba Nation agitators used the place. This building belongs to them. It houses dangerous weapons.

“The government will give you peace of mind. The government is here to maintain security. We implore the residents to say something when they see something. I will implore them to report any illegal and life-threatening activities to the government.”

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