BREAKING: EFCC declares Emefiele’s wife, others wanted

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has intensified its pursuit of individuals allegedly involved in money laundering activities, with Margaret Emefiele, the wife of former Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) Governor, Godwin Emefiele, and three others topping the list.

According to the EFCC, Margaret Emefiele, Eric Odoh, Anita Omoile, and her husband Jonathan Omoile are wanted for their alleged roles in a scheme aimed at converting significant sums of money belonging to the Federal Government of Nigeria.

The accusations against them include obtaining money under false pretenses, theft, and contravening Sections 411, 287, and 314 of the Criminal Law of Lagos State.

Accompanying the EFCC’s statement were mugshots of the four suspects, with the agency urging individuals with any information regarding their whereabouts to promptly contact the nearest EFCC Command or police station.

This declaration comes amidst ongoing legal proceedings against Godwin Emefiele himself, who faces charges of fraud totaling ₦1.8 billion and $6.2 million.

The latest amended charge, presented before Justice Hamza Muazu of the Federal Capital Territory High Court in Abuja, accuses Emefiele of impersonating the Secretary to the Government of the Federation to unlawfully obtain $6.2 million.

The EFCC contends that Emefiele, in collusion with Odoh Ocheme, acquired the funds from the CBN under false pretenses, falsely attributing the request to the SGF.

Emefiele stands accused of forgery and bestowing corrupt advantages upon his wife and brother-in-law by awarding them contracts for the renovation of the CBN Governor’s residence in Lagos.