Library Associated with Obasanjo Issues EFCC a Seven-Day Demand for ₦2.5 Billion Settlement
The Olusegun Obasanjo Presidential Library (OOPL) in Abeokuta, Ogun State, has given the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) a seven-day ultimatum to meet their demands following an incident on August 10, 2025. The raid, led by an operative identified as Olapade, reportedly disrupted business activities at the library and caused immense reputational and financial damage.
During the operation, 93 youths were arrested, 18 vehicles were impounded, and numerous mobile devices were seized. The OOPL's Managing Director, Vitalis Ortese, condemned the raid as an invasion of private property and a violation of rights. He demanded a full investigation and public apology.
The OOPL's demands include ₦2.5 billion for reputational and business losses, ₦1 billion for compensation to those arrested and injured, restitution for vehicles impounded, and public apologies. They are also asking for ₦1 billion as compensation to those arrested and injured during the raid.
The OOPL claims that the attack left more than 100 people injured or traumatised. They allege that the EFCC used live ammunition during the operation, a claim supported by the presentation of a bullet shell by the OOPL's Legal Adviser, Olumide Ayeni (SAN).
The OOPL has warned that if the EFCC fails to meet their demands by Wednesday, August 20, 2025, they will take the matter to court. They have also requested public apologies from the EFCC Chairman and the Inspector-General of Police, to be published in at least five national newspapers, major television and radio stations, and across social media platforms.
The incident has sparked public debate, with many observers calling for transparency and accountability in law enforcement operations. However, the EFCC has not issued an official statement in response to the allegations or the demands from the OOPL.
As of August 23, 2025, no updates beyond the August 13 ultimatum deadline have been reported. The OOPL has not yet taken the matter to court, but they have issued a stern warning that they will do so if their demands are not met.
References: 1. [Link to source 1] 2. [Link to source 2] 3. [Link to source 3]
Read also:
- Southwest region's most popular posts, accompanied by an inquiry:
- Discussion between Putin and Trump in Alaska could potentially overshadow Ukraine's concerns
- Massive 8.8 earthquake hits off the coast of Russia's Kamchatka Peninsula, prompting Japan to issue a tsunami alert.
- Court petitions to reverse established decision on same-sex marriage legalization
