The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) typically declares individuals wanted after they consistently evade lawful invitations, fail to cooperate with ongoing investigations, or are suspected of fleeing to avoid prosecution. This procedure is a grave enforcement mechanism used primarily as a last resort.
EFCC 2026 Wanted Persons List
In this report, we highlight 10 wanted persons by the EFCC in Nigeria in 2026. The list includes former public officials and other individuals linked to financial crimes.
1) Timipre Sylva
Former Minister of State for Petroleum Resources, Timipre Sylva, is wanted for alleged corruption and money laundering.
2) Sadiya Farouq
Former Minister of Humanitarian Affairs, Disaster Management and Social Development, Sadiya Farouq, is wanted for alleged fraud in the management of social investment programs.
3) Emeka Iheanacho
Emeka Iheanacho is wanted for alleged involvement in a multi-billion naira fraud scheme.
4) Ogadima Duru
Ogadima Duru is wanted for alleged conspiracy and diversion of public funds.
5) Khalidur Talukder
Khalidur Talukder, a foreign national, is wanted for alleged cybercrime and financial fraud.
6) Halimat Adenike Tejuosho
Halimat Adenike Tejuosho is wanted for alleged fraud and money laundering.
7) Peiyuan Niu
Peiyuan Niu, a Chinese national, is wanted for alleged illegal mining and economic sabotage.
8) Jamilu Shaka
Jamilu Shaka is wanted for alleged involvement in a large-scale fraud operation.
9) Christopher Enweremade
Christopher Enweremade is wanted for alleged conspiracy and obtaining money by false pretenses.
10) Abdullahi Bashir Haske
Abdullahi Bashir Haske is wanted for alleged fraud and money laundering.
Checks on Sunday, June 7, show that 157 wanted persons are listed on the EFCC's official website. They can be viewed there, along with their pictures.
