Hafsat ABubakar Bakari is a renowned personality in the field of financial intelligence. Recently appointed head of the NFIU (Nigeria Financial Intelligence Unit), she succeeds Modibbo Hamman-Tukur. The appointment was announced by Chief Ajuri Ngelale, Special Adviser to the President on Media and Communications, in Abuja.
Hafsat ABubakar Bakari brings with her solid expertise in the fight against money laundering, terrorist financing and weapons proliferation. His long career includes senior positions within the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), such as Head of the General Services Unit, Head of the Strategy and Reorientation Unit, as well as Head of the Secretariat of the board of directors.
The president expressed confidence in Bakari’s ability to fully assume his new role and to leverage his experience and expertise. Her appointment as Acting Director of the NFIU is a crucial step in the fight against financial crime in Nigeria.
As a leader in the field of financial intelligence, Hafsat ABubakar Bakari will surely bring positive momentum to unity and strengthen the government’s efforts in combating economic crimes. His appointment marks an important step towards more transparent and accountable financial governance in Nigeria.