The Digest:
The Ogun State Government has responded to claims by Senator Gbenga Daniel, accusing Governor Dapo Abiodun of politically motivated demolitions. The government emphasized that Daniel is not above the law and must comply with statutory requirements for verification.
Key Points:
- Former Governor Daniel claims that his properties are being targeted for demolition under the guise of a new law.
- The government dismissed the accusations as politically motivated, asserting that all property owners in Sagamu received the same notices.
- The government confirmed that the notices served on Daniel were part of a routine urban renewal initiative.
- Daniel argues the demolition targets are politically driven, pointing to the timing and the fact that his properties predate the law.
- The government insists that Daniel and others must submit their building permits for verification instead of resorting to blackmail.
- The Ogun State government refuted any personal or politically driven motives behind the actions, calling on Daniel to abide by the law.
The Ogun State Government’s response underscores the necessity of following legal protocols. Daniel is urged to comply with the statutory procedures rather than framing the situation as a politically motivated attack.
