The Africa Network for Environment and Economic Justice (ANEEJ) has expressed concern over illicit funds syphoned across Nigerian borders and offshore through fraudulent transactions by criminal elements. The NGO noted that such financial malpractices, aided by corrupt officials within government circles, have over the years robbed Nigeria of realistic implementation of federal budgets. ANEEJ called on Civil Society Organisations (CSOs) and the media to intensify efforts to expose and tackle illicit financial flows (IFFs) from Nigeria and Africa, describing the menace as a major threat to economic development and public welfare. The call was made at the end of a two-day capacity-building workshop for CSOs and journalists held in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State, from September 10 to 11, 2026, with the theme 'Strengthening CSOs and Media Capacity to Contribute to the Fight Against Illicit Financial Flows (IFFs) in Nigeria.'
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