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Several abandoned estates in Abuja owned by civil servants – EFCC Chair, Olukoyede

Steven Atogi by Steven Atogi
August 8, 2025
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The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has disclosed that several abandoned estates across the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Abuja, are owned by civil servants suspected of using stolen public funds to finance the projects.

EFCC Chairman Ola Olukoyede made the remarks during a policy dialogue in Abuja, organised by Law Corridor.

Olukoyede revealed that the EFCC has set up a special task force to investigate ownership of such properties nationwide. According to him, many of the estates have remained uncompleted or deserted for over a decade, raising suspicion about their sources of funding.

“It will shock you that some of these estates have been abandoned for 10 to 20 years. Most were funded by civil servants who stole public funds. Once they exit service and the money stops coming, they abandon the project,” he said.

He said the EFCC has already filed forfeiture proceedings against 15 of such estates and will prosecute more suspects based on new intelligence.

“Some of you in this room may own some of these estates. We are coming for you,” he warned.

The EFCC Chairman advised lawyers and real estate developers to avoid becoming tools for money laundering. He stressed that the sector cannot grow if unethical practices persist.

He also faulted Nigeria’s heavy reliance on cash transactions, saying it fuels corruption.

“How does a level 17 officer earning less than a million naira monthly own a N500 million mansion?” Olukoyede asked. He called for a systemic reform in property financing and better oversight mechanisms to curb illicit wealth.

Steven Atogi

Steven Atogi

Steven Atogi is Editor-in-chief at Umpire News. Formerly Editor-in-chief at DreamsNG Magazine. A skilled editor, writer and researcher with over a decade experience in politics, economy, sports and entertainment news editing; feature writing, copywriting and digital news sourcing. He has published in traditional and new media across local and international media outlets. He is keen on public policy, politics, economy, and social justice themes.

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