The Digest:
Senator Gbenga Daniel has accused Ogun State Governor Dapo Abiodun of politically motivated attempts to demolish his properties. On August 8, notices were posted on his private residence, Conference Hotels, and an annex, citing alleged construction violations. Daniel asserts the charges are baseless and politically driven.
Key Points:
- Notices were issued for Daniel’s residence, Conference Hotels, and annex, citing alleged violations.
- The former governor argues the properties were built before the 2022 law was enacted and dismisses the charges as politically motivated.
- Daniel contends proper procedures were not followed and is challenging the notices in court.
- This follows a 2023 demolition of DATKEM Plaza in Ijebu Ode, owned by Daniel’s wife, which remains in legal dispute.
- Governor Abiodun defended the previous demolition, stating that no property is above regulations.
- Daniel plans to pursue legal action and demands public condemnation of what he describes as abuse of power.
The ongoing dispute between Daniel and Abiodun highlights political tensions in Ogun State. Daniel accuses the governor of targeting him with unlawful demolition threats, claiming the administration's actions lack a legal basis. He plans to challenge the demolitions through the courts.
