The garage owners claim ownership of a 2-hectare plot of land near the RUFSAC factory, citing their years of occupation and improvements to the property.
However, the property developer, backed by legal documentation, asserts that the land belongs to the Bank of Africa Senegal (BOA). The bank acquired the land through a public auction in 2009 and subsequently transferred the title to the developer.
The garage managers have contested the ownership claim, arguing that their long-term occupation and investments give them the right to the land. Despite legal setbacks, they continue to fight for their claim.
The case is now under review by the DSCOS, a government agency responsible for land use regulation. The final decision on the land dispute will significantly impact the future of the property and the livelihoods of those involved.
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