The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has declared Abdullahi Bashir Haske wanted over allegations of criminal conspiracy and money laundering, urging members of the public to provide useful information that could aid his arrest.
In a notice signed by Dele Oyewale, EFCC spokesperson, the agency released Haske’s details and last known addresses in Ikoyi and Victoria Island, Lagos, appealing to Nigerians nationwide to assist law enforcement in tracking him down.
Money laundering and financial crimes remain one of the biggest threats to Nigeria’s economy, draining public resources, discouraging foreign investment, and fueling corruption. The EFCC’s manhunt for Haske highlights the agency’s commitment to curbing illicit financial flows that undermine economic growth and public trust.
The case also underscores the increasing sophistication of financial crimes in Nigeria, with suspects often operating across multiple states and financial networks, making citizen participation vital to investigations.
According to the notice, information on Haske’s whereabouts can be shared at any of the Commission’s offices nationwide, including branches in Ibadan, Uyo, Sokoto, Maiduguri, Benin, Makurdi, Kaduna, Ilorin, Enugu, Kano, Lagos, Gombe, Port Harcourt, and Abuja.
The EFCC also provided its dedicated telephone lines and email address as secure channels for whistleblowers to come forward with credible information.
Nigeria loses billions of naira yearly to money laundering and related financial crimes. Analysts argue that beyond high-profile arrests, the fight against corruption requires systemic reforms, stronger financial monitoring mechanisms, and international collaboration, given that funds are often moved across borders.
This manhunt also shows the shift in EFCC strategy from solely reactive prosecutions to proactive community-driven intelligence gathering. By enlisting public support, the agency seeks to create a collective accountability system, where citizens are active players in the fight against financial crime.
The EFCC’s declaration of Abdullahi Bashir Haske as wanted reinforces Nigeria’s ongoing battle against corruption and illicit finance. However, for long-term success, experts insist that enforcement must be complemented by judicial efficiency, transparency in governance, and financial accountability systems that prevent such crimes before they occur.
The message is clear: fighting financial crimes is not the sole duty of agencies like the EFCC but a national responsibility that demands vigilance, cooperation, and a united front against corruption.
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