A Nigerian septuagenarian has made an emotional plea to President Bola Tinubu, seeking redress over a high-profile land dispute in Abuja which she claims has been marred by police bias, forgery, and criminal conspiracy.
Colleen Mero Yesufu, aged 79, alleges that her legally owned plots — one in Guzape and three in Katampe District — were fraudulently sold through forged documentation by a woman identified as Ms Omokamo, who she accuses of exploiting political connections to evade justice.
In her petition to the President, dated 10 June 2025, Yesufu condemned what she described as a “coordinated theft” of her property, facilitated by the inaction and alleged complicity of the Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun.
“My attempts to uphold my constitutional rights have been met with intimidation and obstruction,” she wrote, accusing law enforcement of protecting the accused despite multiple independent investigations validating her claims.
She cited detailed reports from the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), the Independent Corrupt Practices Commission (ICPC), and the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) — all of which, she claimed, confirmed the use of forged powers of attorney and title documents to carry out the land transfer.
Yesufu also criticised the lack of follow-up action from the presidency, despite a July 2024 directive from the President’s office calling for urgent investigations. “The silence that has followed these investigations sends a dangerous message — that powerful individuals can operate above the law,” she said.
Particularly troubling to her was the accused’s alleged access to the Presidential Villa and inclusion in foreign delegations, which she said had discouraged legal recourse and emboldened further deceit.
“She has even attempted to clear her name through a public letter claiming moral integrity, yet the evidence proves otherwise,” Yesufu said, warning that impunity at this level could erode public trust in institutions.
She further drew attention to the accused’s use of multiple identities, including a name change to Bilikisu Ishaku Aliyu, which investigators believe was part of a broader scheme to legitimise the fraudulent sales.
Yesufu closed her letter with a heartfelt appeal to President Tinubu to act decisively, not only to protect her own rights, but to send a signal that justice remains attainable for all Nigerians, regardless of influence or status.
