The Nigeria Police Force has won two important court cases that help its fight against financial crimes. One of these cases involves a permanent order to seize assets valued at over ₦2 billion.
The second case rejected a suit that aimed to defend the rights of an accused person against the police.
DCP Anthony Placid, the Force Public Relations Officer, shared this news in a statement on Thursday.
"On Tuesday, 14 May 2026, Hon. Justice Emeka Nwite granted a permanent forfeiture order on assets valued at over ₦2 billion belonging to Alonge Opeyemi Yetunde, a staff member in the financial sector, and her accomplices (Suit No. FHC/ABJ/CS/274/2026)."
"The forfeited assets, across Lagos, Osun, Delta States, and the FCT, include bank accounts, digital wallets, vehicles, and real estate. The main suspect is currently in Suleja Correctional Custodial Centre and faces charges of fraud and money laundering," the statement added.
The police confirmed that the main suspect remains in Suleja Correctional Custodial Centre, facing serious charges of fraud and money laundering.
In another case, Justice Bello Kawu of the Federal High Court, Abuja, dismissed a ₦100 million rights enforcement suit on 13 May 2026. This suit was filed by David Averehi, a suspect based in America, against the Nigeria Police Force and the Assistant Inspector General of Police in charge of INTERPOL.
The court ruled that the law cannot be used to stop police from doing their job. It also cannot protect people who might be involved in criminal activities from being investigated and prosecuted.
The police mentioned that this ruling allows the NCB to continue prosecuting Averehi for allegedly obtaining money under false pretenses.
The Force emphasized its commitment to working with international partners and using legal tools to tackle financial crimes. They aim to protect Nigeria's economic integrity.
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