By Amos Oge Kalu

A thorough investigation has uncovered a web of deceit and corruption surrounding Merridian Park Estate, a subsidiary of Lekki Gardens. This report highlights the shocking case of Hon. Ode and his wife, who fell victim to Merridian Park Estate’s unlawful practices.

The Rise of Merridian Park Estate and Lekki Gardens

Merridian Park Estate has been a major player in Nigeria’s real estate industry for over a decade, offering luxurious homes with top-notch amenities. However, beneath its successful facade lies a culture of impunity and disregard for clients’ rights.

A Blatant Breach of Contract

Hon. Ode and his wife entered into a contractual agreement with Merridian Park Estate for the purchase of a property, making full payment via bank transfers. However, Merridian Park Estate falsely claimed that the payment was incomplete and cancelled the contract, demonstrating a clear breach of contract and deceitful behavior.

A Trail of Deceit and Dishonesty

Despite providing proof of payment, Merridian Park Estate refused to acknowledge it. The matter was taken to court, and Emeka Onohwakpor and Co. represented Hon. Ode and wife while
Ronke Akinola & Co. was the solicitor to Merridian Park, who later dropped out of the case after Hon. Ode petitioned the NBA about Ronke Akinola’s lying client.
The matter was proved beyond every reasonable doubt, upon which the court ruled in favor of Hon. Ode and his wife, ordering Merridian Park Estate to deliver the paid-for property. However, Merridian Park Estate continued disregarding the court’s ruling, falsely claiming that the property did not exist.

The Depth of Deceit

In a shocking twist, Merridian Park Estate began advertising the same property for sale, and unbeknownst to them, they sent a copy of their offer to Hon. Ode, using a different company name. This blatant disregard for the truth and the law demonstrates the extent of Merridian Park Estate’s deceitful practices.

Our findings revealed that the offer letter was sent to Hon Ode using a company name, Stone Hunters Limited, and the pictures of the same house Merridian Park said no longer exist were attached.

Consequences of Merridian Park Estate’s Actions

Merridian Park Estate’s actions have severe consequences, including financial losses, damaged relationships, and legal ramifications. Their deceitful behavior undermines the trust and confidence that clients place in them, and their disregard for the court’s ruling constitutes a clear contempt of court.

Recommendations

1. Compel Merridian Park Estate to deliver the property: Merridian Park Estate should be compelled to deliver the paid-for property to Hon. Ode and his wife, as ordered by the court.
2. Regulatory investigation: Regulatory bodies should investigate Merridian Park Estate’s business practices and take necessary actions to prevent further exploitation of innocent Nigerians.
3. Public awareness: The public should be aware of Merridian Park Estate’s unlawful practices to avoid falling victim to their scams.
4. Sanctions for contempt of court: Merridian Park Estate should face sanctions for their contempt of court, including fines and penalties.

Conclusion

Merridian Park Estate’s breach of contract and deceitful behavior have caused significant harm to Hon. Ode and his wife. It is imperative that their unlawful practices are exposed and justice is served to their victims. By taking a stand against Merridian Park Estate’s deceitful behavior, we can protect the rights of innocent Nigerians and promote a fair and just business environment.

All our efforts to get Meridian Park Estate company to comment on this story proved abbortive as they refused to take our direct calls. However, a response to WhatsApp returned as excuse of not authorized to comment on the matter and intend directed OHAFIATV to company email where our messages have refused to be answered over 24 hours as at the time of publishing this report.