Abdullahi Bashir Haske wanted by EFCC for alleged money laundering tied to shell firms and NNPCL-linked deals, raising serious financial crime concerns
Abdullahi Bashir Haske wanted status has been officially declared by Nigeria’s anti-graft agency, the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), over his alleged involvement in criminal conspiracy and extensive money laundering activities.
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Haske, a 38-year-old businessman with interests in the oil and aviation sectors, is said to be connected to suspicious financial dealings involving private jet operations, offshore accounts, and shell companies.
According to EFCC spokesperson Dele Oyewale, the agency is urging the public to provide credible information that could lead to Haske’s arrest.
“The public is hereby notified that Abdullahi Bashir Haske… is wanted by the EFCC in an alleged case of criminal conspiracy and money laundering,” the agency stated.
His last known addresses are No. 6 Mosley Road, Ikoyi, and 952/953 Idejo Street, Victoria Island, Lagos.
Haske is also the son-in-law of former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar, a detail that has drawn considerable public attention to the case.
EFCC investigators say the financial trail leads back to controversial contracts involving NNPC EnServe Ltd, a subsidiary under the Upstream Directorate of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL).
Haske’s firm, AA & R Investment Group, reportedly has interests in OML 148, a key onshore oil block in the Niger Delta.
Evidence gathered so far reportedly suggests the use of private jets and large cash transfers to funnel illicit funds, raising deep concerns about regulatory breaches and corporate governance failures.
Haske is also believed to have close ties with the Group CEO of NNPCL, Bashir Bayo Ojulari, further intensifying scrutiny around his activities and business affiliations.
The EFCC has asked that any information regarding his whereabouts be directed to any of its offices nationwide or shared through their official communication channels.
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This development marks a significant escalation in Nigeria’s ongoing fight against economic crimes and financial misconduct within the oil and gas sector.
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Peculiar Adirika is a journalist and contributor to Freelanews.com, covering news, business, and public affairs.
