Crime

List of 100 Major Corruption Cases in Nigeria — HEDA’s 7th Edition

Published by Tope Fakinlede on July 4th, 2025.

List of 100 Major Corruption Cases in Nigeria — HEDA’s 7th Edition

The latest compilation by HEDA reveals a staggering array of high-profile corruption cases across Nigeria in 2023. This extensive list highlights prominent individuals and the scale of alleged financial crimes, ranging from billions of naira to millions of dollars. Below are some of the most notable cases featured:

1. Diezani Allison-Madueke faces allegations involving $20 billion fraud.

2. Muhammed Kuchazi is implicated in a $9.6 billion money laundering case linked to P&ID.

3. Abayomi Kukoyi and three others stand trial over €2.556 billion fraud.

4. Former Accountant General Ahmed Idris and associates allegedly misappropriated ₦109.4 billion.

5. Vice Admiral Murtala Nyako (retired) and Senator Abdulaziz Nyako accused of ₦29 billion fraud.

6. Col. Sambo Dasuki and four others are on trial for diverting $2.1 billion in arms funds.

7. The Malabu oil scam implicates Mohammed Adoke, Dan Etete, Aliyu Abubakar, and others with $1.09 billion.

8. Fasasi Bola and two others face charges related to $922 million fraud.

9. Jonah Ogunniyi Otunla is charged with fraud involving ₦24 billion and ₦2 billion respectively.

10. Bashir Yuguda and others stand accused of ₦23.338 billion fraud.

The list continues to detail a wide spectrum of cases involving former governors, military officials, legislators, business moguls, and government officials, covering a variety of offenses such as money laundering, misappropriation of funds, contract fraud, forgery, and extortion.

Among others, some significant names include Senator Stella Oduah, Orji Uzor Kalu, Ayodele Fayose, Ismaila Mustapha (Mompha), Femi Fani-Kayode, Rochas Okorocha, and Abdulsalami Saleh Abdulkarim, each linked to hundreds of millions or billions in fraudulent activities.

Also notable are cases involving seizure and forfeiture of assets tied to fraudulent activities, reflecting ongoing efforts to recover stolen public funds.

This comprehensive review underscores the pervasive challenge of corruption in Nigeria’s public sector, spotlighting the urgent need for sustained accountability and reforms.

For a detailed breakdown of all 100 cases, including amounts and key individuals involved, refer to HEDA’s 7th edition report.