The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has declared Aisha Sulaiman Achimugu, a close ally of Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, wanted for alleged money laundering and criminal conspiracy.
In a statement issued by Dele Oyewale, EFCC’s Head of Media and Publicity, the commission outlined that Achimugu is under investigation for secretly funneling funds to opposition leaders Peter Obi and Atiku Abubakar during the 2023 elections.
The EFCC’s declaration follows a report suggesting that funds linked to Achimugu were traced to Governor Sanwo-Olu, leading to suspicions of political betrayal within the ruling party.
The statement reads, “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.”
It also provided Achimugu’s last known address in Maitama, Abuja, and urged the public to report any information to the nearest EFCC office or security agency.
Achimugu, 51, hails from Ofu Local Government Area in Kogi State. Her alleged involvement in the case has stirred significant political controversy, with President Bola Tinubu reportedly “furious and felt betrayed” upon learning of the allegations.
Atiku Abubakar’s camp, however, vehemently denied the accusations, with media aide Paul Ibe calling the allegations “a blatant lie from the pit of hell.”
As the investigation continues, the EFCC is intensifying efforts to locate Achimugu.