Edo State Obaseki Probe Refusal
Analysis based on 6 articles · First reported Dec 01, 2025 · Last updated Dec 02, 2025
The ongoing probe and refusal of key figures to cooperate could lead to increased political instability in Nigeria — Edo State, potentially deterring future investments in public-private partnerships. The controversy surrounding the N3.8bn and N28bn investments in Museum of West African Art and Radisson Blu respectively, raises concerns about transparency and governance, which may negatively impact investor confidence in similar projects within Nigeria.
Godwin Obaseki, the immediate past Governor of Nigeria — Edo State, has refused to appear before an ad-hoc committee set up by the Nigeria — Lagos State House of Assembly. The committee was established following a request from current Governor Monday Okpebholo to investigate the funding and ownership of the Museum of West African Arts (MOWAA) and the Radisson Blu hotel in Benin City. The probe focuses on the Nigeria — Edo State government's N3.8bn investment in Museum of West African Art and N28bn in Radisson Blu. Obaseki, through his media adviser, stated that his refusal is due to the matter already being in court, making it subjudice. The management of Museum of West African Art has also declined to appear before the committee, with their counsel asserting that the Assembly can only make recommendations, while the court holds the final decision. Other individuals invited to the committee include former Edo Finance Commissioner Joseph Eboigbe, former Attorney General Oluwole Osaze-Uzzi, and managing directors from various companies involved in the projects.
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