Former NSIPA Chief Halima Shehu Pleads with Tinubu to End EFCC Persecution
Former NSIPA CEO Halima Shehu released a viral video on July 25, 2026, tearfully appealing to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to intervene in what she describes as ongoing persecution by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). She says she has been in pain since publicly supporting the President, citing her January 2024 suspension over alleged diversion of ₦17 billion from NSIPA funds. She demands the immediate release of the EFCC’s investigative report so the truth can be known and she can obtain closure.
This matters because it raises serious concerns about the politicisation of anti‑graft agencies and the lack of timely, transparent investigations. Nearly three years after her suspension—and that of former Humanitarian Affairs Minister Betta Edu, who is alleged to have diverted ₦585.189 million—EFCC has not made public its findings in either case. Such delays erode public confidence in anti‑corruption efforts and may deter competent Nigerians from public service.
You should note that no official report has been released despite the lengthy delay, and consider demanding accountability from anti‑graft institutions. If you work in public service or civic advocacy, reflect on the protections needed against politically motivated investigations. Follow credible news outlets for updates on any eventual release of the EFCC reports or further developments.