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In a heart-wrenching account from Lagos, Chimobi Ezenwa, a resident whose N300 million mansion was demolished, speaks out about being rendered homeless amidst the ongoing destruction initiated by Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu's administration. The demolition, part of a crackdown on structures violating the Lagos masterplan, has raised speculation of political motives, which the government vehemently denies.

In a video circulating on social media, Ezenwa laments the sudden destruction of his property without prior notice, emphasizing the devastating impact on his family. He pleads for government intervention to halt the demolition in Abule Ado, citing numerous affected families, hospitalizations, and even deaths due to heart attacks.

Another affected landlord, Williams Ochemba, underscores the complexity of the situation, detailing negotiations with the government and expressing the dire consequences faced by those left homeless.

As the demolition continues, Ezenwa's plea echoes the broader call for empathy and understanding, urging a pause in the demolitions for negotiations to take place.