The Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN), Justice Kudirat Kekere-Ekun, has called on judges to take a leading role in the fight against financial crimes and prevent the legal system from becoming a gateway for illicit financial flows.
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Speaking in Abuja on Thursday at a sensitization program on anti-money laundering and combating the financing of terrorism (AML/CFT) risk assessment for the judiciary, Justice Kekere-Ekun emphasized the need for stronger collaboration between judicial stakeholders, law enforcement, and anti-graft agencies. She stressed that such cooperation is vital to ensuring Nigeria’s removal from the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) Grey List—officially known as the “Jurisdictions Under Increased Monitoring.”
“The success of any AML/CFT regime hinges on synergy among key stakeholders,” she stated. “The Judiciary, the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), law enforcement agencies, anti-graft institutions, and financial regulators must work in concert to ensure a holistic and coordinated response to financial crimes.”
Justice Kekere-Ekun highlighted that Nigeria’s continued presence on the Grey List has caused significant economic setbacks, impacting investor confidence and financial transactions. She emphasized that the country’s removal from the list is not just symbolic but essential for restoring economic stability and international credibility.
“The anticipated delisting will signal our commitment to financial transparency and integrity while restoring Nigeria’s standing in the global financial community,” she added.
The event gathered key regulatory stakeholders, reflecting a shared commitment to strengthening Nigeria’s AML/CFT framework.
Also speaking at the event, the Administrator of the National Judicial Institute (NJI), Justice Salisu Abdullahi, noted that the program aims to reinforce the federal government’s efforts to ensure Nigeria’s removal from the FATF Grey List. He reiterated that the NJI remains committed to promoting efficiency and uniformity in judicial services through continued education for judicial officers.
In a show of international support, the Deputy British High Commissioner to Nigeria, Mrs. Gill Lever, pledged the United Kingdom’s assistance in Nigeria’s fight against money laundering. She revealed that Nigeria loses over $16 billion annually to illicit financial activities, underscoring the urgency of tackling the issue.
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