The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has officially declared Abdullahi Bashir Haske, who is notably the son-in-law of former Nigerian Vice President Atiku Abubakar, wanted over alleged financial crimes.
The anti-graft agency made the announcement in a statement released through its verified official X (formerly Twitter) account, urging members of the public to assist with credible information that could lead to his arrest.
According to details provided by the EFCC, Abdullahi Bashir Haske is wanted in connection with serious allegations of criminal conspiracy and money laundering. The commission explained that these allegations stem from ongoing investigations into large-scale fraudulent financial dealings believed to have caused significant economic damage.
Further information released by the agency indicated that the 38-year-old Haske’s last known residential address was located in the highbrow area of Ikoyi, Lagos State, but efforts to trace him there proved unsuccessful. The EFCC has therefore appealed to Nigerians and the international community to provide any leads that could help locate him, assuring that such information will be treated with utmost confidentiality.
This development comes shortly after another high-profile case involving the commission. Former Governor of Sokoto State, Aminu Waziri Tambuwal, was recently detained by the EFCC over allegations of fraudulent cash withdrawals running into ₦189 billion. He was, however, released after meeting stringent bail conditions, though investigations are still ongoing.
The EFCC emphasized that its recent actions underscore its renewed determination to crack down on financial crimes, no matter how highly placed those involved may be. It also urged the general public to remain vigilant and cooperative in the fight against corruption and economic sabotage in the country.
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