By Tricia Ikem
A festering family dispute over property has escalated into a series of violent attacks in Lagos, leaving residents of a contested apartment in fear for their safety.
Mrs. Mojisola Omotayo Ojo Alolagbe (née Omotayo-Ojo ), the third child and first daughter of the late Chief Oludola Omotayo Ojo,the Babaalaje of Imes-ile in Osun State has alleged repeated assaults and destruction of property by her siblings from her father’s other marriages.
According to her account, hostility against her began while her father was still alive, allegedly fueled by the affection and support he showed her. She claimed that tensions worsened after his death in 2019.
Mrs. Alolagbe stated that her late father had given her the property for sustainability and maintenance during his lifetime, assuring her she would not suffer hardship. She said the property became her primary source of livelihood and shelter.
However, she alleged that her siblings had sold off several other family properties and were determined to dispossess her of the apartment allocated to her by their father.
The dispute reportedly turned violent on Nov. 15, 2025, when unknown persons allegedly attacked the building. She said the incident prompted her to petition the Chief Judge of Lagos State and the Commissioner of Police.
The names of her siblings that involved in the assault and destruction of the property are Shola Omotayo Ojo, Rotimi Omotayo Ojo, Barister Temitope Omotayo Ojo, Gbadebo Omotayo Ojo, Femi Omotayo Ojo ,Damilola Omotayo-Ojo, Barister Adeyemo Adeyemi, Odedele, Bolanle Adeoti, Mrs Idowu, Samson Ejeh, Mr Aliu ,the political thugs and Omobolaji Dada.
According to her,my siblings started selling the property during the tendency of the matter at the High Court 3 Osogbo in Osun state, challenging the purported letter of administration obtained fraudulently and without her consent being the only child of the wedlock
Despite the pending legal proceedings, she alleged that another attack occurred on Jan. 21, 2026. During that incident, parts of the building were vandalised, including the walkway and the main gate, which was reportedly removed.
A third attack was said to have taken place on Feb.18, 2026, during which the roof, gates, and sections of the walkway were allegedly dismantled. Residents were reportedly assaulted, and some were allegedly forced to part with money under duress.
Tenants in the apartment complex are said to be living in fear amid the repeated invasions, expressing concern over their safety and uncertainty about further violence.
Mrs. Alolagbe alleged that the last attacks were led by one of her siblings Rotimi Omotayo Ojo with group of thugs,one of them was identified as Mr. Alliu, popularly known as aka“Champion,” and about 50 members of his group.
He gave them directive for total destruction of the building she described them as a political thug. She claimed they arrived brandishing weapons and breaking bottles to intimidate residents.
She further alleged that the group boasted of connections with senior police officers, politicians in Lagos State, and even the presidency, claiming they were untouchable.
According to her, some arrests were initially made following the incidents, but the suspects were later released. She expressed concern that the alleged perpetrators continue to threaten her, making it difficult for her to move freely.
She also disclosed that during a meeting on Feb. 23, 2026, an Area Commander reportedly told her that little could be done because the matter was already before a court of law.
The development has raised concerns about the enforcement of law and order in civil disputes that degenerate into violence, particularly when court cases are pending.
As tensions persist, residents and observers are calling on relevant authorities to ensure the safety of lives and properties, while allowing the courts to determine ownership and bring lasting resolution to the dispute.
