Anti-Graft Agency Storms Aisha Achimugu’s Residence in Abuja
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) raided the Asokoro, Abuja home of businesswoman and socialite Aisha Achimugu on Friday night. This came just hours after the agency declared her wanted for alleged criminal conspiracy and money laundering.
EFCC’s Late-Night Raid
EFCC operatives arrived at Achimugu’s residence around 9 p.m. for a search but did not find her at home. However, her elderly mother, children, and domestic staff were present during the operation.
Earlier that day, the EFCC had released an official notice asking the public to provide any information about Achimugu’s whereabouts. The agency urged anyone with useful details to contact its offices nationwide or report to the nearest police station.
Background of the Case
On March 17, PREMIUM TIMES reported that the EFCC had secured a court order to declare Achimugu wanted. The decision followed her failure to appear for interrogation after being invited by investigators. Instead of attending the scheduled meeting on March 5, she reportedly left the country.
Despite reports about her alleged involvement in financial crimes, some sources denied that she was under investigation. Meanwhile, a man identifying himself as her aide, David Abakpa, attempted to counter speculation about her legal troubles, blaming “unscrupulous elements” for spreading misinformation.
EFCC’s Investigation and Legal Battle
Documents obtained by PREMIUM TIMES revealed that the EFCC invited Achimugu for questioning through a letter dated March 4, 2025. Signed by EFCC’s acting zonal director in Port Harcourt, Adebayo Adeniyi, the letter requested her presence for an interview on March 5 at 10:00 a.m. Despite this formal request, she did not attend.
In response to media claims linking the case to political figures, the EFCC issued a statement clarifying that former Vice President Atiku Abubakar and Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu had no connection to the investigation. The commission insisted that its probe into Achimugu was strictly about money laundering and criminal conspiracy.
The EFCC also confirmed that Achimugu had previously tried to block investigations through a court order. However, on February 19, 2025, the Federal High Court in Abuja dismissed her request, ruling that no court could stop law enforcement agencies from carrying out legitimate investigations.
