The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has declared Nigerian businesswoman and socialite Aisha Achimugu wanted over allegations of criminal conspiracy and money laundering.
In a public notice issued on Friday, EFCC spokesperson Dele Oyewale announced that the 51-year-old entrepreneur is being sought by the anti-graft agency. The agency urged members of the public to provide any information that could lead to her arrest.
“The public is hereby notified that Aisha Sulaiman Achimugu, whose photograph appears above, is wanted by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) in an alleged case of criminal conspiracy and money laundering,” the agency’s statement read.
Achimugu, an indigene of Ofu Local Government Area in Kogi State, was last known to reside at 6C, Rudolf Close, Maitama, Abuja. The EFCC urged anyone with useful information about her whereabouts to contact the agency at its offices in Ibadan, Uyo, Sokoto, Maiduguri, Benin, Makurdi, Kaduna, Ilorin, Enugu, Kano, Lagos, Gombe, Port Harcourt, or Abuja. Citizens can also reach the EFCC via phone at 08093322644 or email at info@efcc.gov.ng.
Before declaring her wanted, the EFCC had summoned Achimugu for questioning over an alleged high-profile investment scam. The agency’s letter, dated March 4, 2025, and signed by the acting zonal director in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, Adebayo Adeniyi, instructed her to appear for an interview on March 5 at 10:00 a.m.
“This commission is currently investigating a case in which the need to obtain certain clarification from you becomes imperative. In view of the above, you are kindly requested to attend an interview with the undersigned through the Head of Investigation on Wednesday, 5th March 2025, by 10:00 hours prompt,” the letter stated.
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Instead of honoring the EFCC’s invitation, Achimugu reportedly left Nigeria on Thursday, March 6, a day after she was expected to appear before investigators. Following her alleged departure, the EFCC secured a court order for her arrest and officially declared her wanted.
The EFCC has vowed to pursue the case aggressively and ensure that Achimugu faces justice. The agency also called on security agencies, including the police, to assist in tracking and apprehending the suspect.
The news of Achimugu’s alleged involvement in financial crimes has sparked public interest, with many Nigerians expressing concern over how she managed to leave the country despite being under investigation.
A legal expert, who spoke anonymously, noted that the case highlights the need for stricter enforcement of travel restrictions on individuals under criminal investigation. “This is not the first time a high-profile suspect has fled the country to avoid prosecution. The authorities need to improve surveillance and border control measures,” the expert said.
Meanwhile, the EFCC assured Nigerians that it remains committed to fighting corruption and economic crimes. “No matter how long it takes, the law will catch up with anyone who tries to evade justice,” an EFCC official stated.