EFCC recovers $60 million for Nestoil lenders in ongoing debt investigation

According to the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) Chairman, Mr. Olanipekun Olukoyede, the ongoing investigation into criminal transactions involving Nestoil Limited and its lenders has led to a significant breakthrough. During a meeting chaired by Olukoyede, a repayment plan was agreed upon between Nestoil Limited and the lenders, resulting in the recovery of US$60 million from Nestoil.

The payment, facilitated by EFCC operatives from Lagos Zonal Directorate 2 led by Head of Investigation Mr. Oguzi Moses, marks a major milestone in the Commission's efforts to promote accountability and protect financial institutions. However, the consortium of lenders acknowledged that the recovered amount only represents the initial phase of the repayment process, as a significant portion of the outstanding debt remains to be settled.

The lenders emphasized their commitment to collaborating with the EFCC and other stakeholders to ensure the successful continuation of the recovery process until the debt is fully liquidated. They also pledged to provide all necessary documents to support the diligent prosecution of the investigation while ensuring compliance with the law and maintaining a lawful, transparent, and commercially responsible approach.

The EFCC affirmed its determination to complete the investigation and recover the depositors' funds in accordance with the law.