Ogun East Senator Gbenga Daniel Advocates for Apunren-Ijebu Communities in Land Dispute with Nigerian Army
Senator Gbenga Daniel is advocating for the Apunren-Ijebu communities in a land dispute with the Nigerian Army, which has reportedly exceeded its 1977 land allocation, impacting over 7,000 residents. Following alleged demolitions of homes and farms, Daniel visited the affected areas and plans to present the case to the Senate for investigation, with a session scheduled for January 27, 2026. The Ogun State Assembly is also taking steps to address military land acquisitions and assess the situation.
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Senator Gbenga Daniel and Ogun State House Assembly members are addressing a land dispute between 16 communities of Apunren-Ijebu and the Nigerian Army in Ijebu-North East Local Council. The controversy intensified following alleged demolitions by the Army on community homes and farms.
Daniel visited the affected communities on January 11, 2025, to mediate the conflict. Community leaders claim the Army has exceeded its 1977 land allocation of 1,791 acres, affecting over 7,000 residents.
Daniel pledged to present the case to the Senate for investigation, with a session planned for January 27, 2026. The State Assembly has promised to take immediate action regarding military land acquisition, with Speaker Oludaisi Elemide conducting assessments and engaging the Executive for resolution. The dispute has persisted for nearly 50 years and has led to significant distress and loss of life among residents.
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