The Federal High Court sitting in Maitama, Abuja, has dismissed a N10 billion fundamental rights enforcement suit filed by Abuja-based businesswoman Aisha Achimugu against the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) regarding the search of her residence and the seizure of her personal property.
Presiding over the court session on Tuesday, October 13, 2026, at 9:00 AM, Justice Inyang Ekwo ruled that the anti-graft agency acted strictly within the scope of its statutory powers and under valid judicial authority when executing the search warrant on the applicant’s residence.
The suit stems from a law enforcement operation carried out by operatives of the EFCC at Aisha Achimugu’s private residence in the upscale Asokoro district of Abuja. Operatives executed a search warrant and confiscated various personal items, financial documents, and digital devices as part of an ongoing investigation into alleged financial improprieties.
In response, Achimugu filed a N10 billion fundamental rights suit, contending that the raid was unlawful, unconstitutional, and violated her basic rights to privacy, personal liberty, and dignity.
Delivering the judgment, Justice Ekwo held that the applicant failed to substantiate claims of arbitrary enforcement or fundamental rights violations.
The EFCC obtained a legitimate search warrant from a court of competent jurisdiction prior to the operation. The anti-graft agency executed the raid within the confines of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission Establishment Act.
The court refused all declaratory reliefs and monetary claims sought by the applicant, dismissing the suit in its entirety.
Following the delivery of the judgment, legal counsel and official spokespersons for both parties offered statements outside the courtroom
EFCC Spokesperson, Dele Oyewale, speaking to journalists outside the court premises, Oyewale praised the judgment as a validation of due process. “This ruling reinforces the law enforcement mandate of the commission.
Our operatives acted professionally and strictly within the law. The court’s decision confirms that lawful investigations will not be hindered by unfounded fundamental rights lawsuits.”
Lead Counsel to Aisha Achimugu, Chief Mike Ozekhome, SAN, addressing newsmen shortly after the verdict, Ozekhome expressed disagreement with the judgment and indicated plans to consult with his client regarding an appeal.
While we respect the decision of the court, our client believes her rights were fundamentally breached during the execution of the search. We will review the full text of the judgment and determine our next legal steps.”
With the dismissal of the fundamental rights suit, the EFCC is expected to proceed with its ongoing investigation involving the businesswoman.
