EFCC Declares Business Executive Aisha Sulaiman Achimugu Wanted for Alleged Money Laundering
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has announced that Aisha Sulaiman Achimugu, a well-known business executive and social figure, is wanted in relation to allegations of criminal conspiracy and money laundering. The agency made the declaration public on Friday through a statement by Dele Oyewale, the head of media and publicity at the EFCC. In the statement, the commission called on the public to assist in locating Achimugu, whose last known address is in Maitama, Abuja.
The 51-year-old executive, hailing from Kogi State, faces accusations of orchestrating illegal fund transfers during Nigeria’s 2023 general elections. Reports suggest that Achimugu is suspected of funnelling money to opposition figures, including Peter Obi and former Vice President Atiku Abubakar. However, representatives for Abubakar have vehemently denied these allegations, with spokesperson Paul Ibe labeling the claims as “blatant falsehoods aimed at serving the political goals of President Tinubu.”
In a formal statement issued on Friday, the EFCC released both Achimugu’s name and photograph via a post on X (formerly known as Twitter). The announcement read, “The public is hereby notified that AISHA SULAIMAN ACHIMUGU is wanted by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) in an alleged case of criminal conspiracy and money laundering.” The commission urged anyone with relevant information to reach out to EFCC offices nationwide.
Aisha Sulaiman Achimugu is an influential figure in the business sector, currently serving as Group Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Felak Concept Group, a consortium that encompasses various industries including engineering, maritime, oil and gas, and information technology.
Born 51 years ago, Achimugu received her education at the Federal Government Girls Science School in Abuja and graduated with a degree in accountancy from the University of Jos in 1998. She further pursued a master’s degree in business management from the University of Belize and was honored with an honorary doctorate from the Commonwealth University in Belize. Additionally, she has completed advanced leadership training at the Møller Institute at the University of Cambridge.
In addition to her business achievements, Achimugu has been acknowledged for her contributions to corporate governance and public policy and has actively engaged in legislative discussions, particularly related to the Petroleum Industry Bill.
As the investigation progresses, the EFCC’s announcement underscores growing scrutiny of financial transactions linked to Nigeria’s political environment, especially in the wake of the highly contested 2023 elections.
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