{
  "id": 1692567,
  "title": "‘Intervene to avert bloodshed’ – Ogun community cries to Abiodun over land grabbing",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/18/intervene-to-avert-bloodshed-ogun-community-cries-to-abiodun-over",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-08-18T10:21:48.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Daily Post Nigeria",
    "slug": "daily-post-nigeria",
    "url": "https://dailypost.ng/2026/08/18/intervene-to-avert-bloodshed-ogun-community-cries-to-abiodun-over-land-grabbing/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Residents of Ikangba community in Ogun State have urgently called on Governor Dapo Abiodun to step in and address an alleged land-grabbing crisis in their area. During a press briefing in Abeokuta, community leader Prince Olufemi Oluleye expressed fears that ongoing harassment could lead to violence and loss of life. He alleged that unidentified individuals were using security personnel to intimidate residents and take control of ancestral land.\n\nOluleye explained that the situation intensified when two local residents were arrested and detained at the Department of State Services (DSS) office in Abeokuta. However, following an investigation and submission of evidence, the two were later released. The Director of DSS and the State Commissioner of Police subsequently warned the parties involved to avoid actions that could escalate the conflict.\n\nDespite these efforts, the community has reported continued acts of violence, including maiming and sporadic shootings on the disputed land. Oluleye emphasized that the alleged land grabbers were allegedly receiving support from the Idowa traditional institution, particularly the King of Idowa, Oba Sikiru Kayode Adefuwape. He urged all parties to respect the rule of law and allow authorities to determine land ownership through legal processes.\n\nCommunity leaders appealed to the DSS and Nigeria Police Force to prevent security personnel from being used in private land disputes. They appealed to the governor to intervene and ensure the people of Ikangba could live peacefully without fear of violence or loss of their rightful property.",
  "summary": "Residents of Ikangba community in Odogbolu Local Government Area of Ogun State have appealed to Governor Dapo Abiodun to urgently intervene in an alleged land-grabbing crisis, warning that continued harassment may lead to loss of lives. The community members made the appeal on Monday during a press briefing held in Abeokuta, the state capital. Secretary […] ‘Intervene to avert bloodshed’ – Ogun…",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}