Nigeria's NFIU and EFCC Win Prestigious StAR Award

The Nigerian Financial Intelligence Unit (NFIU) and the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) were awarded the UNODC–World Bank–Egmont Group Stolen Asset Recovery (StAR) Initiative Award during the 32nd Egmont Group Plenary held in Baku, Azerbaijan. This prestigious recognition acknowledges Nigeria's commitment to combating financial crime and enhancing international cooperation in asset recovery.

Hafsat Abubakar Bakari, Chief Executive Officer of NFIU, described the award as a proud moment for Nigeria, emphasizing the country's growing capacity in financial intelligence. The award reflects the effectiveness of inter-agency collaboration in tackling money laundering and serious financial crimes.

Bakari commended the dedication of the EFCC, led by Executive Chairman Ola Olukoye, in fostering inter-agency cooperation. The recognition underscores Nigeria's contribution to the global fight against illicit financial flows and highlights the importance of sharing financial intelligence to disrupt criminal networks.