A group of 20 constitutional lawyers and activists, led by Barrister Okere Kingdom, has announced plans to initiate multiple legal actions to challenge what they describe as baseless allegations leveled against businesswoman Aisha Achimugu by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC).
The legal team seeks to overturn accusations of criminal conspiracy and money laundering, as well as to contest the declaration of Achimugu as a wanted person and the raids conducted on her properties.
The EFCC had, on Friday, declared Achimugu wanted, with the agency’s spokesperson, Dele Oyewale, making the announcement via a circular posted on the commission’s official X handle.
The agency alleges her involvement in a case of criminal conspiracy and money laundering.
However, in a statement, the group of constitutional lawyers described the EFCC’s actions as unjust and politically motivated, arguing that Achimugu is a victim of state-sponsored intimidation.
The lawyers further condemned the EFCC for its swift action in raiding Achimugu’s residence in Asokoro, Abuja, shortly after declaring her wanted, alleging that her aged mother was harassed during the operation. They claim similar intimidation tactics were used at her Maitama residence.
The legal consortium has vowed to commence legal proceedings this week to put an end to what they describe as an unjust persecution and a deliberate attempt to tarnish the reputation and business interests of Achimugu.
“The legal battle which will commence this week will put an end to these unjust persecutions and the deliberate plot to destroy the integrity and business expansion of a successful industrialist and businesswoman,” the lawyers stated.