A London council has repossessed a social housing property that was rented by the First Lady of Sierra Leone, despite a significant waiting list for such accommodations in the city. The property was reportedly not being used by the First Lady, prompting the local authority to take action. Thousands of families in London are currently awaiting allocation of social housing, highlighting the scarcity of affordable housing options. Council officials confirmed the repossession was due to the property remaining unoccupied. The move aims to address the critical housing shortage and allocate the unit to a family in need. This case has raised questions about the allocation and oversight of social housing resources. The council has not released further details regarding the circumstances of the original rental agreement.