According to a viral video circulating online, the former Ogun State governor confirmed the development while addressing his supporters from a branded campaign bus associated with the OGD/PBAT Movement.

In the video, Daniel alleged that the meeting’s outcome would not stand, insisting that he and his group had been barred from entering the venue despite being part of the party structure in the region.

He stated that although they were present for the APC Ogun East caucus meeting, they were denied access, describing any resolutions taken at the gathering as invalid.

The invitation for the emergency stakeholders’ meeting, issued by party leaders in Ijebu Ode, reportedly included deputy governors, serving and former local government chairmen, councillors, and past and present lawmakers at both state and federal levels.

In a related development, Daniel recently referred to his successor, Ibikunle Amosun, as an “enfant terrible successor” during a church service marking his 70th birthday in Sagamu, where Amosun was also in attendance.

Both politicians were once close allies before a political fallout that began ahead of the 2007 governorship election, when Amosun challenged Daniel’s re-election bid. The rivalry intensified further in the 2011 political cycle, deepening the divide between the two former governors.

Speaking at the event, Daniel remarked that Amosun’s early political ambition played a role in their fallout during his time in office.

The match, held at the Defensores del Chaco Stadium in Asunción, was brought to a halt when chaos erupted inside the stands. Police responded by deploying rubber bullets and tear gas as sections of the crowd panicked, with some spectators rushing onto the pitch in search of safety.

According to reports, the unrest began after firecrackers were detonated in the area occupied by Cerro Porteño supporters. The situation quickly escalated into violent confrontations between fans and security personnel, making it impossible for the game to continue.

Authorities confirmed that around 100 individuals were detained in connection with the incident, while at least six police officers sustained injuries. One officer is reported to be in serious condition. A hospital spokesperson stated that some of the injured officers suffered head trauma, cuts, and suspected stab wounds.

Police defended their actions, saying their intervention was necessary to protect those in attendance and restore order. They also announced plans to identify those responsible for triggering the violence, adding that such individuals could face sanctions and bans from future sporting events.

The abandoned match could have significant consequences in the Paraguayan league title race. Olimpia currently sit top of the table, holding a six-point lead over Cerro Porteño.

Under league rules, responsibility for a match suspension may fall on the team whose supporters caused the disruption, with potential forfeiture of points. The final decision now rests with the football association’s disciplinary committee.

Following the incident, Olimpia’s president Rodrigo Nogues indicated the club would push for a three-point award, while Cerro Porteño’s president Blas Reguera argued that responsibility for stadium security should be taken into account in determining any ruling.