On Sunday, September 8, 2024, Bankole took to his X account to share his ordeal, revealing the devastating impact of the demolition. According to him, over 5,000 birds were killed, and 50 employees lost their jobs as a result of the action, which he claimed occurred without any prior notice or warning.
In his posts, Bankole wrote, "I am heartbroken and angry. Yesterday, my ₦150 million investment in a poultry farm located in Lokogoma, Abuja, was destroyed by the guys from the Federal Capital Development Authority. No warning, no prior notice, just pure destruction, and over 5,000 birds are dead."
Bankole emphasized that he had followed all legal protocols, including obtaining the Certificate of Occupancy, before setting up the farm, making the demolition all the more shocking. He added, "How can this happen in a country where I followed every legal process? Let it be clear that all papers, including the (C of O), were obtained and yet, some individuals in this government felt it was okay to destroy what I’ve worked for—an investment of a lifetime."
He further lamented the broader impact of the demolition, noting that "over 50 workers are now thrown out of jobs and business," causing suffering for families during difficult economic times. Bankole questioned the rationale behind demolishing his private property, asking, "Tell me why I can't farm on my private property? Why? Why?"
Expressing his despair, Bankole questioned where the government expected him to begin again and voiced concerns about the future of investing in Nigeria, stating, "This is how people fall into depression. But for God, I don’t know how I and my family would even be standing right now."
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