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Dapo Abiodun, governor of Ogun, says he is not being “vindictive” regarding the partial demolition of Datkem Plaza.

Abiodun spoke on Monday during the inspection of the reconstruction of Mowe-Ofada road in the Obafemi-Owode LGA of the state.

Datkem Plaza is a building owned by Olufunke, wife of Gbenga Daniel, former governor of Ogun state.

Daniel governed Ogun from 2003 to 2011.

Last Sunday, Datkem Plaza, a building situated in the Ijebu Ode area of Ogun, was demolished by officials of the state urban development ministry.

In a statement issued through Adeyinka Kotoye, her counsel, Olufunke accused the Ogun governor of “illegality”, adding that despite suffering unimaginable and huge losses, she will continue to seek redress in court.

Speaking during the inspection, Abiodun said the demolition exercise was not to “witch-hunt” anyone in the state.

The Ogun governor said building codes must be respected, adding that the state would be “chaotic” if building laws are disregarded.

“We are a responsible government. We are responsible to our citizens. We are a law-abiding administration,” he said.

“I’m sure that everyone will testify to the fact that since I assumed office in 2019, I have ensured equity, fairness, and upheld the rule of law.

“I have not in any way, form or manner attempted to be vindictive or appear like someone who is trying to witch-hunt anybody.

“These are some of the insinuations I have read on the social media and nothing could be further from the truth.”

Abiodun asked residents to always abide by building codes of the state.