Politics
Otunba Gbenga Daniel redefines representation in Ogun East Senate
First-term Senator Otunba Gbenga Daniel sets new standards in Ogun East, sponsoring numerous impactful bills and delivering unprecedented constituent empowerment.
First-term Senator Otunba Gbenga Daniel sets new standards in Ogun East, sponsoring numerous impactful bills and delivering unprecedented constituent empowerment
Ogun East, known for producing renowned personalities from all sphere of life ranging from business to politics, at this time have a distinguished personality who came from the business world to redefine politics in Ogun State…
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H.E, Otunba Gbenga Daniel, a first timer at the upper chamber who have created a nich for himself and showcase the true features of how a Senator, the representative of the people should be.
OGD as a Legislator
As a Legislator, a Senator of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, a promoter, defenders of the Constitution and the laws of Nigeria, OGD has not failed in his statutory responsibilities discharging his duties with high standards of personal integrity and conduct.
As a first timer, beating previous Senators from Ogun East, he sponsored live changing Bills as follows :
1. South West Development Commission Bill: Aimed at establishing a commission to drive infrastructural and economic development across the South-West region.
2. Federal College of Aviation Technology, Ilara Remo Bill: Proposes the creation of a federal institution in Ilara Remo, Ogun State, to train aviation professionals.
3. Terminal Illness Trust Fund Bill: Seeks to provide financial support for citizens diagnosed with terminal illnesses, ensuring access to quality medical care.
4. Media Practitioners Registration Council of Nigeria Bill: Aims to professionalize the media industry by establishing a regulatory council to uphold ethical standards.
5. Border Communities Development Agency (Amendment) Bill: Intends to strengthen the agency responsible for improving living conditions in Nigeria’s border areas.
6. National Agency for Science and Engineering Infrastructure Act (Amendment) Bill: Aims to enhance Nigeria’s scientific and technological capacity by empowering NASENI.
7. Hospices (Establishment) Bill: Proposes the establishment of hospices across Nigeria to provide specialized care for individuals with life-limiting conditions.
8. Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria (Birth-Right Citizenship) Bill: Seeks to grant Nigerian citizenship to individuals born in the country, irrespective of their parents’ nationality.
9. Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria (Sovereign Investment Authority and Sovereign Wealth Fund) Bill: Aims to protect Nigeria’s Sovereign Wealth Fund and ensure its transparent management for long-term economic development.
10. FCT, Destruction of Mosquitoes and Other Disease-Bearing Insects Bill: Focuses on eradicating mosquitoes and other disease-bearing insects in the Federal Capital Territory to reduce the prevalence of diseases like malaria.
11. Rural Electrification Fund Bill: Seeks to provide funding for rural electrification projects, ensuring underserved rural communities have access to reliable electricity.
12. Youth Empowerment and Development Bill: Proposes the creation of a framework for empowering young Nigerians through education, skills development, and job creation initiatives.
13. National Health Insurance Bill: Aims to expand Nigeria’s national health insurance scheme, making healthcare services more affordable and accessible to all citizens.
14. Ijebu State bill: A bill for the creation of Ijebu State, which passed its first reading in November 2024. The proposed state would comprise nine local government areas carved out from Ogun State, with Ijebu Ode designated as the state capital.
As a first timer, beating previous Senators from Ogun East, he sponsored life changing Bills… and empowered more people than previous Senators from Ogun East put together.
Apart from his feat as a first timer with the highest numbers of sponsored Bills, OGD also stands out as the most effective and accessible Senator ever produced by Ogun East.
A good listener who is readily available for his people and feeling their people pulse by engaging his constituents as often as he can, using such medium to receiving/giving feedback from his constituents,
Commitment to Human Development and Empowerment
The basic responsibility of the lawmaker is to make laws and perform oversight functions but that is not the only function Otunba Gbenga Daniel, a lover of the Youth, a Visionary leader with penchant for human development and Empowerment has empowered more people than previous Senators from Ogun East put together…
This feat is as a result of his political will,dogged commitment and relentless resilience to keep serving the food people of Ogun East and making their lives better.
OGD’s interpersonal skills and rapport with all strata from his constituents and across board stands out coupled with his high level of empathy the indigent.
This bring about the number of lives of individuals and families he had touched using various forms of scheme, training and empowerment which has attached him to the people thereby showing how effectively he is attending to their issues and needs.
H.E, The Senate , Otunba Gbenga Daniel has this far initiated several empowerment programs to support his constituents in Ogun East Senatorial District. Some of these include:
– Agricultural Empowerment Program: This program aims to support small-scale farmers in Ogun East by providing them with resources such as fertilizers to enhance agricultural productivity.
– Interest-Free Microcredit Scheme: This initiative provides financial assistance to petty traders, artisans, and small-scale farmers, helping them grow their businesses and contribute to the local economy ².
– Vocational Training Program: Senator Daniel has unveiled a comprehensive vocational training program in partnership with the National Horticultural Research Institute (NIHORT) Ibadan.
– Manpower Training Programs: He has also initiated record-breaking numbers of manpower training programs in Ogun state, providing thousands of residents with skills and training to secure good-paying jobs.
– Annual Choir Festival: Additionally, Senator Daniel sponsors an annual choir festival, which aims to promote music and arts, and provide a platform for young talents to showcase their skills. They do not just exhibit talent, they go home empowered financially.
– Free Eyes Surgical Treatment and Glasses This has become a practice virtually every 3 Months since the Senator got into office. Thousands of people which includes young and age who had issues with their sight are now out of such challenges owing to the support and sponsorship by the Senator
His penchant for development has been brought to the front burner considering the types of infrastural projects initiated by the Senator.
– Renovation of Schools: He renovated the Otunba Gbenga Daniel Model School in Sagamu and Omu Ajose Comprehensive School.
– Establishment of Federal College of Aviation Technology: Senator Daniel initiated the establishment of the Federal College of Aviation Technology.
– Naval Base Project: He also initiated the Naval Base project, which aims to improve maritime security in the region.
– Road Rehabilitation : Numbers of linked roads initiated by the Senator has been on going while some are near completion.
All in the bit to make life bearable for road users and other motorists in Ogun East One notable example is the Rehabilitation of Otunba Gbenga Daniel Road in Omu, Ogun East Senatorial District, with a project code of ERGP20246008.
In just two years in office, the Senator has been able to achieved so much and can do much more if given the opportunity to return as a second timer and likely become a principal officer which in turn will be of positive impact to the Senatorial district in times of more benefit and government patronage.
For consistency continuity and effective representation, the ideal thing is for the APC to consider giving the party ticket for Ogun East Senatorial district to H.E, The Senator, Otunba Gbenga Daniel who have proved himself worthy and deserving of a Second term for no Coach in an ideal situation will change his “winning team”.
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By Adebayo Adeoye
All is clearly not well within the ranks of the All Progressives Congress in Bauchi State. What should have been a defining moment for party unity and strategic positioning ahead of the 2027 elections has instead deepened mistrust, widened internal divisions and exposed dangerous cracks within the party. For an opposition party still struggling to regain political momentum in one of Nigeria’s most competitive states, the timing could hardly be worse. Rather than serving as a launchpad for renewed ambition, the governorship primary has become a stark reflection of the APC’s internal dysfunction — one that could shape its political fortunes long before voters head to the polls.
The so called Last Friday’s governorship primary, which produced former Governor Mohammed Abubakar as candidate, was expected to rally party faithful around a credible challenger for 2027. Instead, it has triggered widespread controversy and bitter reactions across the party. What ought to have strengthened internal cohesion has, in many quarters, been condemned as deeply flawed, opaque and lacking the transparency required to inspire confidence among party members. Allegations of backroom deals, imposed outcomes and the sidelining of longstanding stakeholders have rapidly evolved from whispers into open accusations the party leadership can no longer ignore. The resulting credibility crisis is not merely reputational; it strikes at the institutional foundations necessary for any serious electoral campaign.
For many observers and loyal party members, the exercise represented more than a routine internal contest. It was a test of the APC’s democratic credentials and its readiness to reposition itself after years of electoral setbacks in Bauchi. The party had a rare opportunity to demonstrate discipline, inclusiveness and a genuine commitment to internal democracy. It had the chance to show voters that it had learned from past mistakes and was prepared to offer a coherent alternative to the ruling Peoples Democratic Party. Instead, the primary has left many supporters frustrated, alienated and uncertain about the party’s direction. What should have united the APC has instead pushed it closer to fragmentation.
Concerns continue to grow over what critics describe as the complete absence of participatory democracy in favour of a forced consensus process. These concerns were reinforced by comments attributed to the endorsed candidate, Mohammed Abubakar, and by the controversial declaration of results announced by retired AIG John Abang, which many party stakeholders insist reflected a predetermined outcome rather than a credible electoral exercise.
The grievances extend far beyond the immediate contestants and their campaign teams. Ward officials, delegates and grassroots mobilisers — the very backbone of electoral politics in Nigeria — feel sidelined and betrayed after investing time, loyalty and resources into a process they believe disregarded their voices. These are the individuals who organise communities, mobilise voters and translate party messaging into electoral support. When such actors lose faith in the process, the consequences are rarely passive. In closely contested political environments like Bauchi, disillusionment at the grassroots can prove decisive.
The broader political context makes the crisis even more consequential. Bauchi has long been a battleground state where power has alternated between the APC and the PDP. Governor Bala Mohammed has significantly consolidated the PDP’s political networks and influence across the state. Against that backdrop, the APC’s most realistic path to electoral competitiveness in 2027 depended on presenting a united front, a credible candidate and a compelling alternative vision. The governorship primary was therefore not just an internal exercise; it was a strategic moment capable of defining the party’s electoral future. Instead, it has handed the ruling party an early political advantage.
More troubling still is the growing fear that unresolved grievances could trigger defections, weaken party cohesion and embolden rival political forces ahead of 2027. Nigerian political history repeatedly shows that opposition parties rarely succeed when consumed by internal divisions and leadership disputes. In many cases, electoral defeats stem less from the popularity of opponents than from unresolved internal crises allowed to fester unchecked. Bauchi itself has witnessed this pattern before, and the APC now risks repeating it.
Indeed, the party faces one of its most consequential internal tests in recent years. Influential figures across the state are reportedly disenchanted with both the outcome of the primary and the manner in which it was conducted. Quiet consultations outside official party structures have already begun — often an early sign of possible realignments. In several local governments, ward executives are said to be demoralised and uncertain about committing themselves to a process they no longer trust. If left unresolved, the fallout could cripple grassroots mobilisation, weaken fundraising efforts and push influential stakeholders toward strategic defections, political abstention or alternative alliances.
For a party serious about reclaiming political relevance in Bauchi, unity cannot remain a slogan recited at press conferences while the conditions necessary for unity are undermined in practice. Reconciliation, dialogue and genuine inclusion must now become urgent priorities. That requires more than symbolic appeals for calm. It demands credible engagement with aggrieved aspirants, delegates and grassroots structures. It requires transparent mechanisms for addressing grievances and accountability for actions that have left the party more divided than before the primary.
The 2027 election is approaching quickly, and time is not on the APC’s side. The window for reconciliation and political recovery remains open, but not indefinitely. The party must now make a clear choice: unity with all its difficult compromises, or division with all its predictable consequences.
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