Nigeria Launches Women’s AML/CFT Network Chapter

On October 6, Hafsat Abubakar Bakari will spearhead the launch of the Nigeria chapter of the Global Women in Anti-Money Laundering and Counter Financing of Terrorism (AML/CFT) Network. This initiative, supported by the Nigerian Financial Intelligence Unit (NFIU), aims to enhance women's leadership within the AML/CFT community.

The launch aligns with the global movement to empower women in finance, particularly in combating financial crimes. Bakari emphasized the significant contributions women have made in Nigeria's AML/CFT landscape across various sectors, including government and private institutions.

The network will provide mentorship and collaboration opportunities for women in finance, law enforcement, and regulatory bodies, aiming to strengthen Nigeria's financial integrity framework. The initiative also seeks to establish a West Africa chapter to extend mentorship and knowledge-sharing benefits across the region, advocating for greater collaboration among women professionals in the fight against money laundering and illicit financing.