President Bola Tinubu has been urged to prevail on the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to abide by the rule of law in the ongoing investigation of the Managing Director and CEO of Felak Concept Group, Aisha Achimugu.
A concerned Nigerian, Binta Adeshola, who made the call yesterday, also urged Civil Society Organisations (CSOs) in the country and all those who long for a better Nigeria not to fold their hands and allow the hard-earned reputation of the business mogul to be tarnished through media trial.
Adeshola described Achimugu as an embodiment of Nigeria’s potential, warning that a nation that allows one of its daughters to be humiliated without due process undermines its own future.
She said: “Aisha Achimugu is far more than a businesswoman; she is a beacon of resilience and brilliance, an embodiment of Nigerian potential. Through her company, Felak Concept Group, Aisha has made significant contributions in engineering,
consultancy, and maritime innovation. Her work has led to job creation, policy reform, and environmental sustainability, all within industries that are traditionally dominated by men. Aisha’s achievements stand as a testament to her determination to break barriers and her unwavering commitment to national progress.
“Yet, despite her immense contributions to Nigeria’s development, Aisha has faced an appalling injustice. Instead of being celebrated, she has been met with public slander, a red poster of accusations, and the denial of a fair trial. Even when she was summoned, Aisha was abroad and was deprived of the dignity of due process. Where is the fairness in this? Where is the compassion for a single mother, a widow, and a woman whose achievements have enriched the nation? The answer is clear – it is absent.”
Adeshola said that Achimugu earned her place at the table through hard work and a proven track record, adding that her impact on national development, her mentorship, and her philanthropy have created a profound legacy.
“Her reputation is built on her accomplishments not rumors or politically motivated attacks. Yet, her brilliance seems to have become a threat to those driven by personal insecurity and political motives,” she noted.
While urging the president to wade into the matter, Adeshola reminded him that he was elected to restore hope and deliver justice for all Nigerians.
Turning to the CSOs, she said: “We must demand that Aisha’s case be heard in a court of law, not through media headlines or WhatsApp groups. The truth must be brought to light through a transparent and fair process, not through politically motivated attacks. If the justice system truly works, let it be demonstrated in action, not in orchestrated public campaigns.
“A nation that allows one of its daughters to be humiliated without due process undermines its own future. This issue is not merely about gender, it is about the character of the nation itself. Aisha Achimugu has not shied away from accountability; she is ready to face any legitimate inquiry, but only in a system that is just and fair. What she will not accept—and what we must not allow is for her to be victimised by individuals who fear the strength of an independent woman. Enough is enough. The time for action is now.”
The EFCC had last Friday declared Achimugu wanted over allegations of criminal conspiracy and money laundering. The anti-graft agency stated that she is being sought in connection with an ongoing investigation.
