Agege, with the full consent of the Yaya Abatan Chieftaincy Family.
He further explained that the burial of his client’s wife on part of the property had been carried out without any objection or adverse claim from any party at the time.
Calling on the Commissioner to intervene, Giwa-Amu urged that a detailed investigation be launched to prevent a possible breach of peace in the community. He also appealed to security agencies to probe the activities of Abatan and his alleged accomplices, noting that findings by his client indicated the suspect had already begun erecting illegal structures on the disputed land.
The petition underscores growing concerns over land disputes and chieftaincy title controversies in parts of Lagos, often leading to violent confrontations and threats to community peace.