In a strongly worded statement signed by its National Leader, Akin Okunowo, the group said that the Ogun State government had failed in its responsibility to protect lives and property.

The Ogun State government has been accused of abandoning its citizens following recent attacks on Ewu-Lemo and other villages in the Sagamu Local Government Area by bandits allegedly known as "Ajagungbale."  

A pro-democracy organisation, the Anti-Cult Group, also on Friday called for an urgent intervention from President Bola Tinubu and the Nigerian military to address the escalating insecurity. 

In a strongly worded statement signed by its National Leader, Akin Okunowo, the group said that the Ogun State government had failed in its responsibility to protect lives and property. 

"We are bringing to light a grave concern regarding the failure of the Ogun State Government to protect life and property."

The group decried the "invasion and forceful eviction of villagers in Ewu-Lemo and other villages" by the armed group, stressing that it highlights "the government's inability to safeguard its citizens."

They issued a direct appeal to President Tinubu to act immediately: "We urge President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to intervene in this matter and ensure that security agents are deployed to secure the villages and prevent further attacks."

"The bandits are apprehended and bring the perpetrators to justice and hold them accountable for their actions and damages."

The Anti-Cult group also called for humanitarian support for the displaced villagers and a thorough probe of those allegedly backing the attacks:
"Displaced villagers are protected to ensure their safe return and provide them with necessary support to live in peace."

"Sponsors and collaborators of the criminal invasion are investigated to root out those behind these heinous acts and bring them to justice."

While acknowledging that the Ogun State Government had established an Anti-Land Grabbing Taskforce and warned against such activities, the group questioned the state’s sincerity and enforcement:

"The state government has warned against such activities, promulgated law against land grabbing, and established an Anti-Land Grabbing Taskforce, but it is unfortunate that the actions of the same government contradicts what it preaches."

In conclusion, the group emphasised the need for a federal investigation into the crisis:
"The people of Ogun State deserve protection and justice. We urge the President to investigate Ogun State Government failure in order to determine the cause of the government's inability to protect its citizens. And, we want the Federal Government to provide support to the victims to ensure that the displaced villagers receive necessary assistance."

The statement ends with a passionate call for action and reassurance:
"Mr. President, sir. We believe that your intervention will bring hope to the people of Ogun State and serve as a reminder that your government is committed to protecting its citizens."

Earlier, SaharaReporters reported that communities in Sagamu Local Government Area of Ogun State were reportedly left in ruins following what villagers describe as a criminal invasion by a notorious land-grabbing syndicate originating from Ikorodu in Lagos State.

The affected villages — including Ewu-Lemo, Ewu-Ona, Ajeregun, Igbo-Inoki, and many others — have been under siege since 2024, with residents forcibly displaced, properties demolished, and lands unlawfully seized, according to a statement issued on Friday, signed by Baale Shakrudeen Saibu-Sodara, the traditional ruler of Ajeregun Village.

The attack was reportedly carried out by armed local bandits, known as Ajagungbale, who stormed the villages with guns and bulldozers, with the backing of a sophisticated network of collaborators, including alleged military officers and corrupt government officials.

The syndicate, which allegedly terrorised many communities in Ikorodu, has now extended its criminal operations into Ogun State.

According to the statement, the syndicate not only destroyed homes and agricultural lands worth billions of naira but also committed heinous crimes such as robbery, rape, and arson.

After forcibly evicting the residents, the bandits allegedly partitioned the seized lands and began selling them through property agents who openly advertise the stolen properties.