Aisha Sulaiman Achimugu, a well-known Nigerian business executive, was arrested by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) early Tuesday morning at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport in Abuja. The arrest took place around 5 a.m. upon her voluntary return from London, as confirmed by a statement from her legal team.
The EFCC’s action is connected to an ongoing investigation into alleged criminal conspiracy and money laundering involving Achimugu. Her lawyer had earlier notified the Federal High Court in Abuja of her intention to comply with the EFCC’s invitation, reinforcing her willingness to cooperate with the authorities.
Justice Inyang Ekwo of the Federal High Court had previously issued an order mandating Achimugu to appear before the EFCC on April 29, 2025. The court also scheduled her to appear in person on April 30, 2025, to continue legal proceedings related to the case.
