EFCC Arrests Wanted Olori Halima Tejuoso Over Alleged N600m Fraud
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arrested Olori Halima Tejuoso, who was declared wanted by the anti-graft agency in connection with an alleged N600 million fraud case.
Tejuoso was reportedly arrested on Tuesday, September 15, 2026, after spending several months away from the reach of the commission.
She had allegedly been accused of obtaining about N600 million from Mrs Mary Oluwaseye Sholoye by false pretence, in connection with one Mallam Ibrahim Gidado.
According to information surrounding the case, Tejuoso had earlier appeared before the EFCC, where she reportedly claimed that Gidado had allegedly swindled her of the money she was accused of collecting from Sholoye.
However, following the arrest of Gidado and a subsequent invitation extended to Tejuoso by the EFCC, she reportedly failed to appear before the commission and could not be reached.
The commission subsequently declared her wanted on April 27, 2026, in connection with the investigation.
She remained on the run until her reported arrest on Tuesday, September 15, bringing to an end several months of efforts by the EFCC to locate her.
The development is expected to pave the way for further investigation and possible prosecution, as the matter is already before the court. Her arraignment is expected to take place following the completion of the necessary legal processes.
It is important to note that the allegations against Tejuoso remain allegations until determined otherwise by a court of competent jurisdiction.
Efforts to obtain an official update from the EFCC spokesperson were unsuccessful as of the time of filing this report.
