The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) generally places individuals on its wanted list when they repeatedly ignore official invitations, refuse to cooperate with investigations, or are believed to have absconded in a bid to evade prosecution.
Such declarations are regarded as one of the commission’s strongest enforcement measures and are usually employed after other avenues have been exhausted.
2026: Ten Individuals Declared Wanted by the EFCC
In this report, we take a look at 10 individuals who have been declared wanted by the EFCC in 2026.
1. Timipre Sylva
In November 2025, the EFCC announced that Timipre Sylva, former minister of state for Petroleum Resources and ex-governor of Bayelsa State, was wanted over an alleged fraud involving $14.85 million.
The anti-corruption agency disclosed the development on X and accompanied the announcement with Sylva’s photograph.
EFCC Declares Timipre Sylva Wanted
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, has declared a former Minister of Petroleum Resources and former Governor of Bayelsa State, Timipre Sylva wanted.
Sylva is wanted in connection with an alleged case of conspiracy and… pic.twitter.com/aoN0RUG1pK
— EFCC Nigeria (@officialEFCC) November 10, 2025
Reacting to the declaration, Sylva maintained that the EFCC failed to follow due process before making the announcement.
In a statement issued by his special assistant on media and public affairs, Julius Bokoru, it was argued that the commission merely resorted to social media to announce, “quite unceremoniously”, that the former minister had been declared wanted.
Five months after that development, Sylva again found himself at the centre of controversy when the federal government filed a 13-count charge before the Federal High Court in Abuja against individuals accused of plotting to remove President Bola Tinubu through a coup.
Those named in the case include Sylva, a retired major general, a retired naval captain, a serving police inspector, and two other suspects.
2. Sadiya Farouq
In May 2026, the EFCC declared former Minister of Humanitarian Affairs and Social Development, Sadiya Umar Farouq, wanted over allegations bordering on abuse of office and the diversion of public funds.
According to a statement published on the commission’s website, “anybody with useful information as to her whereabouts” was urged to contact any EFCC office using the telephone number provided in the notice.
3. Emeka Iheanacho
On Tuesday, June 2, 2026, the EFCC listed Emeka Johnson Iheanacho as wanted over alleged offences involving obtaining money by false pretence and criminal conversion of funds.
EMEKA JOHNSON IHEANACHO IS WANTED BY THE EFCC. pic.twitter.com/43oHsqsffg
— EFCC Nigeria (@officialEFCC) June 2, 2026
The EFCC stated:
“The public is hereby notified that EMEKA JOHNSON IHEANACHO, whose photograph appears above is wanted by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) in an alleged case of Obtaining Money by False Pretence and Criminal Conversion of Funds.”
The commission further disclosed that Iheanacho, aged 48, hails from Abia State and was last known to reside at 17 Woodland Rise, Chilmington Green, Ashford, Kent, TN23 8AR, United Kingdom (UK).
The agency appealed to members of the public who may have information concerning his whereabouts to contact any EFCC zonal office nationwide, reach out through 08093322644, send an email to info@efcc.gov.ng, or notify the nearest police station or relevant security agency.
4. Ogadima Duru
Also in the early days of June, the EFCC declared Ogadima Dominic Duru wanted in connection with alleged financial crimes, including obtaining money by false pretence and criminal breach of trust.
The announcement was made through a notice issued by EFCC Head of Media and Publicity, Dele Oyewale.
5. Khalidur Talukder
The commission likewise declared Khalidur Talukder wanted over allegations of obtaining money by false pretence and criminal breach of trust.
Talukder was reported to be residing at Devonshire House, 1 Mayfair Place, London W1J 8AJ, UK. The EFCC again appealed to the public to assist with information that could aid in locating the suspect.
OGADIMA DOMINIC DURU AND KHALIDUR RAHMAN MOHAMMAD ARE WANTED BY THE EFCC. pic.twitter.com/for1rKphKM
— EFCC Nigeria (@officialEFCC) June 2, 2026
6. Halimat Tejuosho
In April 2026, the EFCC announced that Abuja-based businesswoman Halimat Tejuosho was wanted in relation to an alleged case of obtaining money by false pretence.
The 41-year-old entrepreneur, known in Abuja social circles, is the founder of Haleems Integrated Services Limited.
A notice published on the commission’s website stated that Tejuosho, whose photograph accompanied the announcement, was being sought as part of an ongoing investigation.
The agency identified her as a native of Lagos State and stated that her last known address was House A26, Aso Grove Estate, Maitama Extension, Abuja.
7. Peiyuan Niu
On Tuesday, March 10, 2026, the EFCC declared Chinese national Peiyuan Niu wanted over an alleged case of obtaining money by false pretence.
In a public notice released by the commission, Niu’s last known address was listed as 111 Kudirat Abiola Way, Oregun, Lagos State.
The notice read: “The public is hereby notified that PEIYUAN NIU, whose photograph appears above is wanted by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) in an alleged case of obtaining money by false pretence.” “Niu, 40, is a Chinese national, and his last known address is 111, Kudirat Abiola Way, Oregun, Lagos state.
“Anybody with useful information as to his whereabouts should please contact the Commission in its Ibadan, Uyo, Sokoto, Maiduguri, Benin, Makurdi, Kaduna, Ilorin, Enugu, Kano, Lagos, Gombe, Port Harcourt or Abuja offices or through 08093322644; its e-mail address: info@efcc.gov.ng or the nearest police station and other security agencies.”
8. Jamilu Shaka
Toward the end of 2025, the EFCC placed Jamilu Shaka on its wanted list over allegations of criminal conspiracy and unauthorised withdrawals.
According to a notice signed by EFCC spokesperson Dele Oyewale, Shaka is 37 years old, originates from Edo State, and resides in Kaduna State.
His last known address is listed as Sabon Bimi Street, opposite Abuja Street, Rega Chikun, Igabi, Kaduna. The agency urged anyone with information on Shaka’s whereabouts to contact the EFCC at any of its offices in Ibadan, Uyo, Sokoto, Maiduguri, Benin, Makurdi, Kaduna, Ilorin, Enugu, Kano, Lagos, Gombe, Port Harcourt, or Abuja, or to report to the nearest police station or other security agency.
9. Christopher Enweremade
In September 2025, the EFCC declared former Abia State government official Christopher Enweremadu and Abia resident Fortune Ozoemela wanted over allegations of criminal conspiracy, diversion of public funds, stealing, and money laundering.
According to a report by Premium Times, Enweremadu is connected to an investigation involving the management and utilisation of funds allocated to the 17 local government councils in Abia State.
10. Abdullahi Bashir Haske
In late August 2025, the EFCC named Adamawa-born businessman, industrialist, and investor Abdullahi Bashir Haske as wanted over alleged offences relating to criminal conspiracy and money laundering.
Responding swiftly to the declaration, Haske’s legal representatives criticised the commission’s action, describing it as “a blatant act of illegality and abuse of process.”
Meanwhile, checks conducted on Sunday, June 7, revealed that a total of 157 individuals are currently listed as wanted on the EFCC’s official website.
