The Ogun State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has suspended former governor and Senator representing Ogun East, Gbenga Daniel, alongside one of his loyalists, Kunle Folarin, over alleged anti-party misconduct.
The suspension was announced on Tuesday in a statement by the party’s Director of Publicity, Nuberu Olufemi, following a meeting of the State Working Committee (SWC) presided over by the APC chairman, Chief Yemi Sanusi.
According to the statement, both Daniel and Folarin — members of APC Ward 4 and Ward 6 in Sagamu Local Government Area respectively — were investigated by disciplinary committees set up at the ward level.
The committees alleged that the duo engaged in activities considered detrimental to the interest of the party. They were invited to appear before the panels to defend themselves or seek pardon, but reportedly failed to honour the invitations.
“Despite being formally invited, the members under investigation failed to provide a written defence and failed to attend the disciplinary meetings at which they were to be given an opportunity to defend themselves,” the statement read.
The committees further alleged that the suspended members attempted to intimidate and harass party members to withdraw petitions filed against them.
“In view of their deliberate absence and alleged interference in the process, the committees resolved to protect the integrity of the investigation and recommended their indefinite suspension,” the statement added.
The SWC has since ratified the recommendation, noting that the decision underscores the party’s commitment to discipline, accountability, and adherence to its constitution.
The suspension of Senator Daniel — a key political figure in Ogun State — is expected to stir significant political reactions within the party as preparations for future elections intensify.
