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A political pressure group, the Ogun State Progressive Alliance, has launched a vehement attack on Governor Dapo Abiodun, directly challenging his democratic credentials and anointing Senator Otunba Gbenga Daniel as the state’s legitimate progressive leader.

The group’s criticism hinges on a historical contrast: they allege that during the pivotal struggle for June 12 democracy in the 1990s, Governor Abiodun was aligned with the military regime of General Sani Abacha, which opposed the National Democratic Coalition (NADECO). Meanwhile, they credit Daniel with being a key financier and material supporter of the pro-democracy group Afenifere, and a peacemaker who resolved a major conflict between OPC factions.

“Where was Dapo Abiodun during the June 12 struggle to now claim he’s a progressive?” challenged the chairman of the Progressive Alliance, Comrade Solomon Adegunle.

The group elaborated on Daniel’s political journey, revealing that his defection to the PDP was endorsed by Bola Tinubu after the old guard in the Alliance for Democracy (AD) blocked younger politicians. They noted that Daniel’s policies in office, which reflected core progressive values, earned him the respectful nickname “Afenifere PDP” and widespread acclaim across Ogun State.

The Alliance asserts that Abiodun’s alleged service under the Abacha administration disqualifies him from the progressive camp, arguing that his record pales in comparison to Daniel’s documented commitment to development.

"Abiodun is only tarnishing Otunba Daniel to distract from his administration’s recent scandals. Ogun’s people are not deceived. They recognize propaganda and desperation when they see it," stated the group's secretary, Musefiu Oladimeji.

This escalating public feud has cast a spotlight on Governor Abiodun’s governance and his political tactics, with potential implications for the credibility of the APC and the political dynamics of Ogun State as the 2027 elections approach.

helinues:
Where was Daniel too during the June 12? Not even Amosun was around then not to talk of Daniel or DA

The June 12 struggle was mostly for the Egba's and Owu's from Ogun state. Other states got involved than the Ijebu and Remo people

tollyboy5:
Why separate ijebu and Remo. You people propaganda of division among ijebus is just a joke.
Because Remo identify as ijebu

penultimatee:
Na their concern. Dapo want to go to Senate after the expiration of his tenure.Otunba Justus Olugbenga Daniel is the current Senator of the Ogun East senatorial District and He's well loved by the people. That's the caused of their rift.Governor Dapo is seeing Daniel as blocked stone.hence his suspension from the party for Anti party Because if they go for primary OGD will beat DA hands down.

helinues:
Where was Daniel too during the June 12? Not even Amosun was around then not to talk of Daniel or DA

The June 12 struggle was mostly for the Egba's and Owu's from Ogun state. Other states got involved than the Ijebu and Remo people