Ondo vows to prosecute land grabbers, recover government property
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At a glance
- The Ondo State Government in Nigeria has pledged to prosecute individuals involved in illegal land and property dealings.
- The Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice, Dr. Kayode Ajulo, announced efforts to recover government lands and buildings across the state.
- A State Task Force on Property Protection is actively working to address these encroachments and illegal occupations.
The Ondo State Government has declared its firm intention to prosecute those engaged in the illegal encroachment, sale, or occupation of government lands and buildings. This strong stance aims to reclaim state property and deter further illicit activities.
Dr. Kayode Ajulo, SAN, the Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice, confirmed the government's commitment. He detailed the ongoing operations by the State Task Force on Property Protection, an entity dedicated to addressing these violations and recovering state assets.
The task force is actively pursuing individuals and groups who have unlawfully taken over or sold government-owned lands and structures. The government's objective is not only to penalize offenders but also to ensure the recovery of all encroached properties, thereby restoring them to rightful state use.
The Ondo State Government has vowed to prosecute individuals involved in the illegal encroachment, sale, or occupation of government lands and buildings across the state.
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