In a dramatic turn of events, the Lagos State Government has reportedly demolished the car showroom owned by prominent auto dealer and influencer, Ola of Lagos (real name Waris Olayinka Akinwande).
What Happened
- On Saturday, October 11, 2025, videos circulated across social media showing heavy machinery pulling down the structure believed to be Ola’s showroom.
- The building was reportedly situated under high-tension electric wires — a detail raised by social media users and observers, suggesting safety risks or illegality in its location.
- As of now, the Lagos State Government has not issued an official statement confirming the demolition or providing a reason.
Reaction from Ola of Lagos
Despite the sudden loss, Ola of Lagos responded swiftly on Instagram, expressing gratitude to those who reached out and reaffirming his resilience.
He announced plans to reopen a new showroom under the name OOL Autos, promising it would be “bigger and better, insha’Allah.”
He also revealed that he had “been chesting losses for long … losses that will comfortably get me a bedroom apartment in Ikoyi,” but that his business would remain operational in the interim.
Public Response & Speculation
The demolition has provoked debates online:
- Some sympathize with Ola, viewing the demolition as abrupt and destructive of years of investment.
- Others argue that building under high-tension wires is irresponsible and possibly illegal, suggesting that the state was acting within its mandate.
- Commenters on forums have expressed frustration with how regulation is enforced unevenly, and question whether proper notice or due process was followed.
What’s Next?
- It remains unclear whether Ola of Lagos will seek compensation or legal redress.
- The Lagos State Government may at some point issue a formal explanation or justification for the demolition.
- Whether the new OOL Autos showroom comes to fruition as promised will be watched closely in the coming days.
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