NHRC Probes Alleged Rights Violations in Lagos Estate Demolition
Wale Igbintade
The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has commenced an investigation into a petition filed by residents of Blue Roof Estate, Surulere Community, Alagbado in Lagos State, alleging human rights violations arising from the demolition of properties within the estate.
The petition, dated May 5, was submitted by counsel to the community, Akeem Aponmade, on behalf of the affected residents, and registered by the commission as Case No. C/2026/CPR/1492/HQ.
In an acknowledgement letter, the NHRC confirmed receipt of the petition and assured the petitioners that the allegations would be investigated in line with its constitutional and statutory mandate.
