The Lagos State Government has reportedly carried out the demolition of a luxury car showroom belonging to renowned Nigerian auto dealer and social media influencer, Ola of Lagos, sparking widespread reactions online.
According to reports circulating on social media, the incident took place recently, with several eyewitnesses capturing the heartbreaking moment heavy-duty equipment was used to pull down the structure. The showroom, which had only been opened a few months ago, was said to be one of Ola’s biggest investments, housing multiple high-end cars valued at hundreds of millions of naira.
Ola of Lagos, known for his inspirational rise from a car wash worker to a celebrated automobile entrepreneur, confirmed the demolition through his official Instagram story. Despite the devastating incident, he appeared calm and optimistic, assuring his fans and customers that the setback would not stop his business operations.
Lagos Government reportedly raze his showroom
A video trending across multiple platforms showed bulldozers tearing down the structure while bystanders recorded the scene. The building, located in one of the city’s upscale areas, was reportedly demolished just months after it was commissioned with much fanfare.
At the time of filing this report, the Lagos State Government has not issued an official statement on the reason behind the demolition. However, speculations suggest it could be linked to possible violations of building regulations or land documentation disputes, though none of these have been confirmed.
The development has triggered mixed reactions on social media, with many Nigerians expressing sympathy for the influencer while others questioned the sudden government action. Supporters described the demolition as unfair, considering Ola’s inspiring entrepreneurial journey and the employment opportunities his business provides to young Nigerians.
Ola of Lagos reacts …
In his emotional reaction, Ola expressed gratitude to God and his followers, noting that while the demolition was a painful experience, he remained steadfast in his belief that “everything happens for a reason.” He revealed that plans were already in motion to rebuild and relaunch a new and improved showroom under the brand name “OOL Autos,” which he promised would be “bigger, better, and stronger.”
Despite the setback, the auto dealer reaffirmed that his car sales business remains fully operational. He encouraged customers to continue reaching out through calls or WhatsApp for purchases, emphasizing that OOL Autos had been active long before the physical showroom was opened.
He further shared a heartfelt message on Instagram, reflecting on his journey and resilience through numerous business challenges, writing:
“OOL Autos New Showroom coming soon… Bigger and better insha Allah. We’re still active! We’ve been before our physical showroom and we’d always be. Pending the time our new Office will be ready, you can Call/WhatsApp: +234…. for clean cars as usual — you will love it. Omo, these calls and messages much! Thank y’all tho, I’m good. I promise I’m smiling atm self haha. Been chesting losses for long. Losses that will comfortably get me a bedroom apartment in Ikoyi. Man will just reason all, smile, thank God, come online to drop motivation, show love then keep going… All is well ooo haha…”
His post immediately went viral, with fans and fellow celebrities flooding his comment section with words of encouragement and solidarity, praising his determination and calmness in the face of adversity.
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Meanwhile, the demolition video continues to circulate widely, amplifying debates over urban development policies, government enforcement methods, and the protection of private investments in Lagos State.
[blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560">Ola of Lagos’ motor showroom pulled down by the Lagos State Government 😳 pic.twitter.com/ipAecZLDca
— Akpraise (@AkpraiseMedia) October 11, 2025