The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has declared Aisha Sulaiman Achimugu, an ally of Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, wanted over allegations of money laundering and criminal conspiracy.
Achimugu is accused of secretly funneling funds to opposition leaders Peter Obi and Atiku Abubakar during the 2023 elections.
The EFCC has called on the public to provide information about her whereabouts, listing her last known address as 6C, Rudolf Close, Maitama, Abuja. The circular, signed by EFCC’s Head of Media and Publicity, Dele Oyewale, stated that Achimugu is wanted in an alleged case of Criminal Conspiracy and Money Laundering.
This development follows an exclusive report by Peoples Gazette, which revealed that President Bola Tinubu was “furious and felt betrayed” after receiving intelligence that funds linked to Sanwo-Olu’s ally, Achimugu, had made their way to Peter Obi and Atiku Abubakar. The report suggests that Tinubu viewed the situation as a serious act of political betrayal, potentially endangering Sanwo-Olu’s political career.
Reaction from Atiku Abubakar To Achimugu:
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has vehemently denied ever receiving funds from Sanwo-Olu, calling the claims “a blatant lie from the pit of hell.”
In a statement released by his media office, Atiku said that the allegations were “contrived political hogwash” designed to discredit opposition leaders ahead of the 2027 elections.
