Otunba Gbenga Daniel: In the Eyes of Time by Patrick E. James: Book Spotlight
Published by Harmony Publishing · 2026
About the book
Otunba Gbenga Daniel: In the Eyes of Time is a book about Senator Gbenga Daniel, written by Patrick E. James. Premium Times describes it as a personal account of Mr Daniel that reflects the author's perception of the former governor's character and legacy.
Former President Goodluck Jonathan wrote the foreword, according to Lasisi Olagunju's column in the Nigerian Tribune. The book was one of four books unveiled in Abuja to commemorate Senator Daniel's 70th birthday; Premium Times reported that President Tinubu was represented at the event by the Finance Minister, Wale Edun.
Harmony Publishing's announcement of the book cites endorsements from former Presidents Obasanjo, Babangida, Abubakar, Gowon and Shonekan, and from former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar.
About the author
Patrick E. James is the author of this biography of Senator Gbenga Daniel. The Nigerian Tribune notes that his is a book about Daniel, not by him, and that it completes a set of four books released together in Abuja on 1 April 2026.
Coverage & links
- Nigerian senator launches books on experience with EFCC trial, governance · Premium Times, 2 April 2026
- The four books of Daniel (Lasisi Olagunju) · Nigerian Tribune, 7 March 2026
- Harmony Publishing's post on the book · Instagram (@harmonypublishing), 20 March 2026