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Clash Of Titans: Dapo Abiodun And Gbenga Daniel Exchange Heated Words Over Alleged Demolition

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Clash Of Titans: Dapo Abiodun And Gbenga Daniel Exchange Heated Words Over Alleged Demolition....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

The former governor of Ogun State, Senator Gbenga Daniel, and the Ogun State government found themselves in a dispute on Sunday over the demolition of a plaza owned by the former governor’s wife.

While Senator Daniel characterized the demolition of his wife’s property in Ijebu Ode as an act of executive recklessness and lawlessness, the state government argued that the structure violated the state’s physical planning laws.

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On Sunday, agents of the Ogun state government demolished the DATKEM plaza in Ijebu Ode, which belonged to the former first lady of the state, Olufunke Daniel.

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Daniel, represented by his lawyer, Mr. Adeyinka Kotote, SAN, of PAGE Law Office, maintained that the state government had disregarded court papers served on its agents on September 7, requesting them to cease all actions regarding the building.

According to the statement: “This issue began when the Ogun State Planning and Development Authority sealed the building on August 1 without prior notice. Surprisingly, a quit notice was only served on August 31 by the same Planning and Development Authority, instructing the owner to vacate the premises within three days.

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“DATKEM applied for the unsealing and regularization of the building on August 2 and paid the mandatory fee of N500,000 to the Ogun state government. We have evidence of this payment.

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“However, we were shocked and astonished that the Ogun state government ignored the ongoing legal process and proceeded to demolish the complex in the early hours of Sunday. We want to believe the State Attorney General’s advice was ignored on this matter.

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“Our clients, as law-abiding citizens of Ogun state, will continue to seek redress in the courts. Even though our clients have suffered unimaginable and substantial losses due to this illegal demolition, we will not cease in pursuing justice through legal channels.”

The Ogun State government responded, stating that the structure was illegal and violated the state’s building codes with numerous defects. The government had made several attempts to halt further development on the site, but these efforts were disregarded by the developers.

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According to the government’s statement, DATKEM Enterprises Limited had initially applied for an office building along Ibadan Road, Ijebu Ode, in 2009. The proposal was for a five-floor structure with specified airspace and setback measurements. However, the construction on the site deviated from the approved plan, leading to multiple contravention notices and stop-work orders issued by the authorities.

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Ultimately, after various warnings and appeals, the recommendation for the demolition of the office building was upheld due to the developer’s persistent non-compliance with building regulations.

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“Adeyanju Tells Nigerian Govt: Terrorists Deserve Death, Not Forgiveness”.

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Activist lawyer Deji Adeyanju has insisted that terrorists and their collaborators deserve the death penalty, not forgiveness.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

Adeyanju made the statement while urging the Federal Government to adopt a stricter approach in tackling terrorism. On his X page, he argued that anyone involved in terrorism—or those supporting them—should face capital punishment rather than leniency.

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He criticized what he described as the government’s tendency to show mercy toward terrorists, warning that such leniency could undermine national efforts to combat insecurity.

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Adeyanju called on authorities to end policies that appear to pardon or reintegrate terrorists, insisting that a firm and uncompromising stance is essential to deter violent extremism and protect citizens.

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“Terrorists and their sympathizers deserve death, not forgiveness. The Nigerian government must stop forgiving and romancing terrorism,” he wrote.

The comments come as Minister of Defence Christopher Musa assured Nigerians that terrorists and bandits are sustaining heavy losses in ongoing military operations. Speaking after a security briefing with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu at the Presidential Villa, Abuja, Musa said the Armed Forces had updated the President on the latest security situation and clarified what he described as “misleading interpretations” circulating in the media.

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“Lagos Residents Hit the Streets Over Constant Power Outages”.

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Residents of Lagos took to the streets on Friday to voice their frustration over persistent electricity outages, describing the state’s power supply as “epileptic” and unsustainable for both daily life and business operations.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

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A video shared widely on social media showed dozens of protesters, mostly youths, marching through the Fadeyi area, holding placards and chanting for consistent electricity.

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The demonstrators criticized what they called the collapse of the nation’s power sector, insisting that erratic electricity is disrupting livelihoods and making life increasingly difficult across Lagos.

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Placards carried by the protesters included messages such as:

  • “No More Estimated Billing”

  • “No More Epileptic Power Supply”

  • “No Light, No Life, No Nation”

  • “You’re Destroying Businesses; Give Us Regular Light”

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One protester shouted, “We are not asking for too much. Give us light!” as the march continued.

Local business owners highlighted the heavy toll of inconsistent electricity on their operations, noting that reliance on fuel-powered generators has driven up costs. A shop owner said, “We cannot continue like this. Every day we spend money on fuel because there is no electricity. Many small businesses are closing because they cannot cope.”

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The protest reflects growing public dissatisfaction with power supply in Lagos, with residents calling on authorities and electricity providers to ensure a stable and reliable service.

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“Ikeja Court Seizes Responsible Leaders Hotel Over Alleged Forex Fraud”.

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The Federal High Court in Lagos has ordered the temporary seizure of a multi-billion naira hotel linked to Edward Olutoke, Managing Director of the Ikeja Chamber of Commerce, Industry, and Agriculture, following allegations that the property was purchased with funds obtained through a fraudulent forex and investment scheme.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

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According to a statement by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Justice A.O. Owoeye, sitting at the Federal High Court in Ikoyi, Lagos, on Wednesday, March 12, 2026, ruled that the Responsible Leaders Hotel, located at 1 Ostra Close, Jobi Fele Way, Alausa, Ikeja, be temporarily handed over to the government. The property is valued at approximately ₦1.3 billion.

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The order followed an urgent application by the EFCC, presented by its lawyer, C.C. Okezie, who provided evidence suggesting the hotel was acquired through illicit means. The application was supported by an affidavit sworn by Obed Tanko, an EFCC investigator.

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According to the EFCC, Olutoke allegedly convinced numerous Nigerians to invest billions of naira in a capital-guaranteed forex trading and investment scheme, promising secure funds and high returns.

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“The suspect allegedly obtained billions of naira from unsuspecting investors under the guise of operating a capital-guaranteed forex trading and investment scheme,” the commission said.

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Investigations revealed that neither Olutoke nor his company had the required legal permits to operate an investment business. Instead of trading the funds as promised, the EFCC claims the money was used to acquire expensive properties, including the Ikeja hotel.

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During the hearing, Okezie argued that the hotel should be seized as it was reasonably suspected to have been purchased with proceeds from unlawful activities. After reviewing the evidence, Justice Owoeye agreed, ruling that the asset should be temporarily taken over while the case proceeds.

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The judge also ordered the EFCC to publish the decision in a national newspaper, allowing anyone with a legal claim to the hotel to come forward and explain why the property should not ultimately be forfeited to the Federal Government of Nigeria.

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