Three Years After Oworonshoki Demolitions, Youth Forum Raises Alarm Over Homelessness, Deaths
The Oworo Youths Forum (OYF) has renewed calls for compensation and resettlement for residents affected by the demolition exercise in Oworonshoki, Lagos State, three years after the displacement began.
In a statement dated September 2, 2026, the group said the consequences of the demolitions continue to affect residents across communities stretching from Odunfa Street to Lone Street, through Precious Seed and down to Ojileru Street.
The forum alleged that the demolition of homes and properties had resulted in prolonged hardship, with some affected residents losing their lives while others continue to struggle with illnesses which the group attributed to displacement, trauma and poor access to healthcare.
According to OYF, hundreds of displaced residents, including women and children, are still without adequate shelter and some are allegedly sleeping in the open around the Oworonshoki Car Wash Expressway and other parts of the community.
The group said families who previously had homes and sources of livelihood had been pushed into difficult living conditions, while some children had experienced disruptions to their education.
OYF described the situation as an ongoing humanitarian concern and criticised what it said was the absence of adequate compensation, resettlement and support for genuine victims.
The forum called on the Lagos State Government to take responsibility for the consequences of the demolition exercise and provide compensation, resettlement and other forms of assistance to affected residents.
The group also criticised the legacy of the administration of former Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, arguing that the treatment of residents affected by the demolitions should be considered alongside the administration’s projects and achievements.
“The ruins left behind in Oworonshoki will remain a painful reminder of this administration unless justice is done and adequate compensation is provided to the victims,” the group stated.
OYF said it would continue to demand accountability, justice and dignity for those affected by the demolitions.
The statement was signed by Yemi Aderibigbe, President of the Oworo Youths Forum, and Towolawi Jamiu, its Public Relations Officer.
