Gbenga Daniel Demolition Case takes dramatic turn as Ogun Government’s demolition bid stalls after OGD presents strong building approval evidence in court

The Ogun State Government faltered in its demolition campaign targeting Senator Gbenga Daniel’s properties, as OGD’s submission of robust building approval evidence disrupted proceedings in a charged Sagamu courtroom.

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The High Court battle, laced with accusations of intentional delays, culminated in an extended protective order and an adjournment to January 2026.

In suit HCS/371/2025, pitting OGD, as the former governor is fondly called, against the Ogun State Government, A.M. Kotoye SAN, alongside OT Are and AO Adeniyi, faced RB Kadri, Director of Civil Litigation, with AE Odukoya, Onawole, and Onadipe.

Despite absent parties, tensions soared over the state’s bid to demolish OGD’s Conference Hotels and Asoludero Court in Sagamu GRA under the 2022 Urban and Regional Planning Law.

The state, aiming to derail the case, filed a preliminary objection on October 2 and a counter affidavit on the morning of the hearing.

Kadri attributed service delays to the death of OGD’s former solicitor, Late Ogunba, whose office address was used. Kotoye SAN swiftly branded the excuse “lame and unfounded,” stressing his team had updated contact details and received processes at Ogunba’s active office last week.

“This is a blatant attempt to stall proceedings,” he charged, slamming the Solicitor General’s team for unethical courtroom tactics.

OGD’s evidence, a September 25 affidavit displaying valid building approvals, shifted momentum.

Kotoye criticized the state for dodging settlement talks despite court urging.

“Distorted media reports surfaced right after our last hearing,” he noted, opting for judicial focus over public rebuttals.

“A competent team would have initiated talks upon seeing our evidence, not resorted to open court deception.”

The judge, probing the state’s inaction, pointed out their prior court appearance offered ample filing opportunity.

Kadri, irked by the “antics” label, called it personal, insisting OGD’s team filed affidavits instead of seeking talks. The court, deeming the objection unripe, rejected adjournment requests.

Kotoye, poised for debate, referenced a similar objection’s dismissal in Ijebu Ode and pushed for an immediate hearing.

The judge, citing her upcoming leave, prioritized rest but extended the ex parte order to maintain the status quo, mindful of past judicial slips.

The state suggested January 14, 2026; OGD’s team consented, bundling all motions.

“Suits 371, 372, and 374 are adjourned,” the judge declared.

This setback for Ogun State highlights a deeper rift. OGD, once governor now senator, views the demolition push as political vengeance, not urban progress.

“Government serves the people,” Kotoye emphasized, spotlighting eroded trust.

With social media poised for fresh narratives, OGD’s evidence holds firm, staving off the bulldozers.

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Will January bring reconciliation or renewed conflict?