Seeks Tinubu’s Intervention
By Suzan Edeh
A coalition of civil society organisations (CSOs) has called on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and relevant law enforcement agencies to urgently investigate the alleged violent and illegal eviction of occupants from Treasure Suites in Abuja.
The incident, which took place on 6th August 2026, reportedly resulted in the destruction of assets worth billions of Naira.
At a World Press Conference in Abuja, the Coalition of Civil Society Organizations on Human Rights, Democracy and Good Governance in Nigeria stated that the forced eviction at Plot 66, 1st Avenue, Central Business District, threatens the rule of law and undermines Nigeria’s investment climate.
According to the coalition, the primary lessee of the property, 1st Impression Real Estate and Management Limited, heavily invested in the facility using a loan obtained from the Bank of Industry (BoI).
The CSOs warned that the abrupt eviction and destruction of properties have crippled the business, directly jeopardising its capacity to repay the Federal Government loan.
“If this injustice is not urgently redressed, the consequence will go beyond one company.It will send a chilling signal to investors and entrepreneurs that in Nigeria, a man can borrow to build, be in court to defend his right, and still have his investment destroyed overnight by force.” The Coalition stated.
While clarifying that it does not intend to substitute itself for a court of law or prejudge any ownership dispute, the coalition demanded an independent and transparent inquiry to establish the legality of the operation.
The CSOs demanded answers to the following questions which include who authorised the eviction operation?, was there a valid and enforceable court order backing the action?, were the occupants served proper legal notices and procedural protections?
Other questions it demanded to know are under whose instructions did the involved law enforcement personnel act?What happened to the properties and personal belongings of the affected occupants
The coalition directly petitioned President Tinubu to intervene, urging the Federal Government to ensure that all connected federal agencies act impartially, professionally, and strictly within the confines of the law.
They emphasized that the administration’s goals of attracting foreign direct investment and building public trust cannot be achieved if contractual rights and property interests can be disrupted through force and intimidation rather than established legal channels.
The group vowed to monitor developments closely and continue demanding full accountability, asserting that no individual or institution should be above the law.
