The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has officially declared Bashir Haske, the son-in-law of Nigeria’s former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar, wanted in connection with a case of criminal conspiracy and alleged money laundering. This disclosure was made through an official statement released on Thursday by the EFCC spokesperson, Dele Oyewale, who emphasized the need for the public’s cooperation in tracking down Haske. According to the statement: “The public is hereby notified that Abdullahi Bashir Haske, whose photograph appears above, is wanted by the EFCC in an alleged case of criminal conspiracy and money laundering.” The Commission further revealed that Abdullahi Bashir Haske, aged 38, was last known to have lived at No. 6 Mosley Road, Ikoyi, Lagos and 952/953 Idejo Street, Victoria Island, Lagos State. EFCC Calls for Public Assistance The EFCC has appealed to Nigerians across the country to assist law enforcement agencies by providing useful information regarding Haske’s whereabouts. Citizens can approach any of the EFCC’s regional offices located in Abuja, Lagos, Ibadan, Uyo, Sokoto, Maiduguri, Benin, Makurdi, Kaduna, Ilorin, Enugu, Kano, Gombe, and Port Harcourt. The Commission also highlighted that verified tips can be submitted via its dedicated hotline or through the official EFCC email address. This declaration further underscores the EFCC’s determination to intensify its nationwide clampdown on financial crimes, money laundering, and corruption-related offenses
Lagos Court Remands Businessman Over $299,000 Concealment and Counterfeit Currency Justice Deinde Dipeolu of the Federal High Court in Lagos has ordered the detention of businessman Sunday Okorie at the Ikoyi Correctional Centre. The court ruling followed allegations that he failed to declare $299,000 and was found in possession of counterfeit foreign currency. The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) brought Okorie before the court on a four-count charge, including money laundering and illegal importation of counterfeit currency. Undeclared Money Hidden in Relaxer Containers According to the EFCC prosecutor, Chineye Okezie, the defendant concealed the undeclared foreign currency inside hair relaxer containers. The alleged smuggling attempt occurred at Murtala Muhammed International Airport, Ikeja, on March 19, 2025. Additionally, Okorie was accused of importing and possessing counterfeit $50 bills amounting to $250, which bore specific serial numbers. Violation of Anti-Money Laundering and Counterfeit Currency Laws The prosecution emphasized that the alleged offenses contravened key financial crime laws, including: During his court appearance, Okorie pleaded not guilty to all charges. His defense counsel, Uche Okoronkwo, requested that he be remanded in EFCC custody rather than a correctional facility. However, Justice Dipeolu denied the request and ordered his detention at the Ikoyi Correctional Centre. The trial has been adjourned to March 26, 2025. For more details on money laundering cases in Nigeria, visit the official EFCC website. READ ALSO: Follow the LMSINT MEDIA channel on WhatsApp: Join Our WhatsApp Group Hear: Chat on WhatsApp Join our Telegram Channel
