The Federal High Court in Abuja has ordered the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to release businesswoman, Aisha Achimugu, within 24 hours.
Justice Inyang Ekwo gave the directive in a brief ruling on Wednesday, further instructing that all parties involved—particularly the EFCC –must return to court on May 2, 2025, to provide a compliance report.
This order follows a previous ruling on Monday in which the court directed Achimugu to present herself to the EFCC in connection with an ongoing investigation involving alleged money laundering and related offences.
Justice Ekwo also mandated that after Achimugu’s appearance at the EFCC office, the agency must bring her to court on Wednesday, April 30, to report on the matter.
Achimugu was arrested by EFCC operatives at about 5 a.m. on Tuesday at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja.
The EFCC is currently investigating her for alleged conspiracy, obtaining money under false pretences, money laundering, corruption, and unlawful possession of suspected illicit properties.
Although she had previously been arrested and released on administrative bail, the EFCC later accused her of jumping bail and subsequently declared her wanted.
