The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has declared Aisha Sulaiman Achimugu wanted in connection with an alleged case of criminal conspiracy and money laundering.
According to Daily Post, Achimugu who is a well known ally of Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, is accused of secretly funneling funds to opposition leaders during the 2023 elections.
The EFCC released a statement urging the public to assist in locating Achimugu, whose last known address is in Maitama, Abuja.
The commission provided contact information, including phone numbers and email addresses, for anyone with information on Achimugu’s whereabouts.
“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.
“Achimugu, 51, is an indigene of Ofu Local Government Area of Kogi State and her last known address is: 6C, Rudolf Close, Maitama, Abuja.
“Anybody with useful information as to her whereabouts should please contact the Commission in its Ibadan, Uyo, Sokoto, Maiduguri, Benin, Makurdi, Kaduna, Ilorin, Enugu, Kano, Lagos, Gombe, Port Harcourt or Abuja offices or through 08093322644; its e-mail address: info@efcc.gov.ng or the nearest Police Station and other security agencies,” EFCC wrote.
Achimugu’s alleged involvement in money laundering has sparked controversy, with some opposition leaders denying any wrongdoing.
The EFCC’s declaration comes amid ongoing efforts to tackle corruption and financial crimes in Nigeria.