A Federal High Court in Abuja, led by Justice Emeka Nwite, has dismissed a case filed by businessman Abubakar Ismail Isa, seeking to stop the Attorney General of the Federation (AGF), Mr. Lateef Fagbemi, from allowing the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to continue its investigation into alleged fraud.
On Monday, February 24, 2025, the court ruled that the businessman’s request lacked merit. Isa had filed the suit against the AGF and EFCC, claiming that the investigation into his business dealings was unlawful.
He argued that EFCC was biased and was acting on behalf of his business rivals to pursue a case against him without providing details of the charges or evidence.
Isa had asked the court to issue an order compelling the AGF to direct the EFCC to drop the investigation and allow another security agency to take over the matter.
However, Justice Nwite ruled that the AGF does not have the power to instruct the EFCC to halt its investigations into economic crimes under the law.
The judge also stated that the EFCC is not required to take directions from any ministry or agency when carrying out its duties.
The judge referred to the EFCC Act of 2004, which grants the agency full authority to investigate alleged economic crimes and prosecute those involved.
He concluded that Isa’s claims were unfounded and dismissed the case.
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