Turf War in Katari: Royal Sale Sparks Ownership Controversy Over ₦800,000 Stall

A dispute is brewing in Katari community following allegations of wrongful denial of access to a legally purchased tent stall, nearly a year after the transaction was sealed.

According to documents obtained by Hausa360, His Royal Highness, Agom Kachia, Mr. Zamani Dogon Yaro (JP), on June 23, 2024, sold a tent stall located in Katari to one Mallam Aliyu Mohammad for a sum of ₦800,000. The transaction was formalized with a sales agreement signed by both parties, and further reinforced with an affidavit from the Katari Customary Court, attesting to the legal transfer of ownership.

However, Mallam Aliyu told our correspondent that despite the legitimate paperwork, he has been denied access to the stall since the purchase date. “I have tried every possible means to resolve this peacefully, but up until now, I’ve not been allowed to use the property I paid for in full,” he lamented.

Efforts to get an official explanation from the palace were met with a request for patience. When contacted, His Royal Highness, Mr. Zamani Dogon Yaro (JP), acknowledged the matter and asked for two weeks to issue an official statement told by our correspondent Comrade Bello Gama.

Legal experts consulted on the matter confirm that if the buyer holds a signed agreement and a supporting affidavit from the Customary Court, the denial of access may constitute a breach of contract and could be challenged in a competent court of law.

The case has sparked concerns over traditional land transactions, documentation enforcement, and accountability in rural community property dealings. Residents and observers are now keenly watching to see whether the royal palace will take steps to either uphold or rescind the agreement amid growing public scrutiny.

As the two-week deadline approaches, the community awaits clarity—and possibly justice.