Court Orders Gbenga Daniel to Present Property Documents in Demolition Case

 An Ogun State High Court, on August 20, 2025, directed former Governor Gbenga Daniel to produce property documents within two weeks in a case involving the demolition of a structure in Ijebu-Ode. 

The court’s order, issued in Abeokuta, stems from a lawsuit challenging the state government’s action, which Daniel claims targeted his private property unlawfully. The case has drawn attention due to Daniel’s prominence as a senator and APC leader.

The demolition, carried out in June 2025, followed disputes over land ownership, with state authorities alleging the structure violated urban planning regulations. Daniel, defending his rights, argues the demolition was politically motivated, citing his recent suspension from the APC for alleged anti-party activities. The court, presided over by Justice Olufemi Adeyemi, seeks to verify ownership through the documents, which include title deeds and permits, to determine the case’s merits.

The dispute has sparked discussions about land use and political tensions in Ogun State. Daniel’s legal team insists the property complied with regulations, while the state government defends its urban renewal efforts. The case, set for further hearing in September, tests Ogun’s governance transparency and Daniel’s standing within the APC. As both sides prepare evidence, the outcome could influence property rights debates and political dynamics in Nigeria’s southwest region.