Obasanjo Library Makes Demands From EFCC Over Hotel Invasion
THECONSCIENCE NG reports that tensions continue to rise following the recent invasion of the Olusegun Obasanjo Presidential Library by operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), as the management has issued a seven-day ultimatum to the anti-graft agency.
In a strongly worded statement on Wednesday, August 13, 2025, the Managing Director of the Library, Vitalis Ortese, demanded an unreserved public apology from the EFCC, describing the operation as a “Gestapo-style invasion” and “a direct assault” on the institution’s integrity and on former President Olusegun Obasanjo himself.
Ortese called the invasion “unlawful” and alleged that it was a calculated attempt to undermine the dignity of the former President. He further stated that the incident resulted in damages estimated at over ₦1 billion, including property losses and bodily injuries sustained by at least 100 individuals during the raid.
As part of its demands, the Library is seeking:
₦1 billion in compensation for physical damages and injuries suffered by staff and visitors;
₦2.5 billion for reputational and business damages;
A public apology from the EFCC;
A comprehensive investigation into the raid, with findings made public.
Ortese warned that if the demands are not met within seven days, the organization will pursue legal action in a competent court, without further engagement with the EFCC or police authorities.
“Immediate restitution for the damage caused must be made to those arrested, whose vehicles were impounded, and who suffered bodily harm. We demand at least ₦1 billion for these direct losses.
“We further seek ₦2.5 billion as acknowledgment of the immense damage done to our business, our financial standing, and the reputation of our Chief Promoter,” the statement read in part.
The management emphasized that failure to meet these demands by Wednesday, August 20, 2025, will result in legal proceedings, and any future claims will not be limited to the current demands.
