In a significant move to protect residents, the Olubadan of Ibadanland has stepped in to stop the planned demolition of 186 houses in parts of Ibadan.
The royal intervention comes amid growing tensions over the Oyo State Government's Ibadan Circular Road project, which has affected several communities with demolition notices and ongoing enforcement actions.
Many homeowners had raised alarms about displacement, loss of property, and inadequate compensation or resettlement plans.
Sources close to the palace indicate that the Olubadan, acting on appeals from affected families and community leaders, engaged relevant authorities to immediately suspend the exercise.
The monarch emphasized the need for dialogue, fairness, and humane approaches to development projects that impact long-standing communities in Ibadanland.
Residents in the affected areas expressed relief and gratitude following the halt. "This intervention has saved many families from becoming homeless overnight," one resident said.
Protests had earlier erupted at various locations, including the state secretariat, with demonstrators carrying placards urging the government to reconsider the scale of demolitions, particularly the 500-metre setback policy.
The development is seen as a testament to the Olubadan's influential role as a custodian of Ibadan traditions and a voice for its people.
It also highlights ongoing negotiations between traditional institutions, the state government, and residents to balance infrastructure growth with the welfare of citizens.
Further details on alternative plans for the Circular Road project and potential compensation frameworks are expected in the coming days.
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