– Land Grabbing in Oyo
– Protecting Indigenous Lands
– Nigeria Land Rights Advocacy
Communities in Oyo State, alongside civil society organizations, have taken a firm stand against land grabbing, calling for stricter enforcement of land protection laws. At a recent gathering, stakeholders expressed concerns over the increasing cases of illegal land acquisition, which threaten the livelihoods of local farmers and indigenous landowners.
Community leaders emphasized the need for government intervention to prevent powerful individuals and corporations from unlawfully taking ancestral lands. Legal experts at the event urged authorities to strengthen land tenure rights and ensure justice for affected communities.
The movement against land grabbing continues to gain momentum as affected residents vow to resist any forceful displacement. Advocacy groups have also pledged to support legal actions against perpetrators and promote policies that safeguard communal lands.
