The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has officially put out a call for information on Aisha Sulaiman Achimugu, a notable business executive and socialite, as part of an investigation into alleged money laundering and criminal conspiracy.
In a statement issued on Friday, Dele Oyewale, the EFCC’s head of media and publicity, urged the public to come forward with any information that could lead to Achimugu's location. The agency has identified her last known address in Maitama, Abuja.
Achimugu, 51, hails from Kogi State and stands accused of facilitating unauthorized fund transfers during the controversial 2023 general elections. Reports suggest she may have played a role in diverting funds to notable opposition figures, including Peter Obi and former Vice President Atiku Abubakar.
Representatives for Atiku Abubakar have promptly refuted these allegations, calling them “blatant falsehoods” aimed at political maneuvering by the current administration under President Tinubu.
Despite the denials, the EFCC took to social media platform X (formerly Twitter) to release Achimugu's name and image, emphasizing that she is wanted for her alleged involvement in serious financial crimes. The statement reiterated the commission’s request for anyone with pertinent information to contact EFCC offices nationwide.
Achimugu is the Group Managing Director and CEO of Felak Concept Group, which encompasses various businesses in critical sectors like engineering, maritime, oil and gas, and information technology.
Her educational background is impressive; she graduated from the Federal Government Girls Science School in Abuja, obtained a degree in accountancy from the University of Jos in 1998, and went on to earn a master's degree in business management from the University of Belize. She's also held an honorary doctorate from Commonwealth University in Belize and has completed an advanced leadership program at the Møller Institute, University of Cambridge.
Known for her influence in corporate governance and public policy, Achimugu has also been an active participant in legislative discussions, particularly regarding the Petroleum Industry Bill.
As this investigation progresses, the EFCC’s pursuit of Achimugu underscores a growing examination of financial dealings in Nigeria's political arena, particularly following the tumultuous events surrounding the recent elections.
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