Ogun APC Crisis: Why Gbenga Daniel Rejected Consensus Deal for Senate Re-election
A deepening crisis within the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Ogun State has taken a new turn as former governor and serving senator, Gbenga Daniel, moves ahead with his re-election bid despite a reported consensus arrangement within the party.
Emerging details suggest that Daniel’s decision to ignore the consensus was driven by an intensifying power struggle over control of the Ogun East senatorial ticket ahead of the 2027 elections.
Tensions escalated after the senator was reportedly shut out of a crucial APC stakeholders’ meeting in Ijebu-Ode, where key decisions regarding the party’s preferred candidate were expected to be discussed. The development signaled growing divisions among party leaders over the zoning and endorsement process.
Party insiders indicate that the consensus arrangement was perceived to favour political interests aligned with Governor Dapo Abiodun, further widening the rift within the party.
Daniel’s exclusion from the meeting, combined with concerns over internal fairness and political influence, is believed to have strengthened his resolve to reject any imposed agreement and pursue his ambition independently.
Observers note that the disagreement reflects a broader contest for dominance within the Ogun APC structure, with key stakeholders positioning themselves ahead of the next electoral cycle.
Despite the internal crisis, Daniel is said to maintain strong grassroots support across Ogun East, a factor that may have encouraged his decision to remain in the race.
The situation underscores ongoing factional tensions within the APC in Ogun State and signals a possible political showdown that could shape the party’s strategy ahead of the 2027 general elections.
