Former chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Abdulrasheed Bawa, has made headlines after paying a surprise visit to ex-President Muhammadu Buhari in London. The unexpected meeting took place on Wednesday, April 30, 2025, and marks Bawa’s first notable public appearance since his release from DSS custody in October 2024.
Though the reason for Bawa’s London visit remains undisclosed, photos of his meeting with Buhari have surfaced online and are circulating widely on social media. The viral images were first shared by X (formerly Twitter) user @Imranmuhdz, prompting a wave of public reaction.
Why Was Bawa Suspended and Detained?
Abdulrasheed Bawa, appointed EFCC chairman by Muhammadu Buhari in 2021, was suspended by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on June 14, 2023, amid allegations of financial misconduct. He was later detained by the Department of State Services (DSS) for 134 days before being released on October 25, 2024.
Public Reactions to Bawa’s Visit to Buhari
Nigerians took to social media to express mixed feelings about the visit. Some users made lighthearted comments, while others criticized the optics of the meeting given the controversy surrounding Bawa’s time at the EFCC.
This visit adds a new layer to ongoing conversations about political alliances, anti-corruption efforts, and leadership transitions in Nigeria.
@OmotayoSolomo10 tweeted: “His sins are forgiven now.” @Mk__maitama tweeted: “Allah Sarki duniya, they have all become history now.” @Ayurr_47 tweeted: “Baba thank you for giving me the opportunity to serve” 😂according to the picture.” @princetwiter101 tweeted: “See as their Jibril from Sudan fine, standing healthy and gallant. Is Allah not wonderful??” @Sundaydare01 tweeted: “Person wey suppose Dey jail. Imagine.” @amazingoflagos tweeted: “No be this one lodge him family for hajj that year?” @mijihadiza tweeted, “This is a lesson to Tinubu slaves. They’ll soon be history.” See photo from the visit below;
Abdulrasheed Bawa, the former chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), met with former President Muhammadu Buhari in London on Wednesday. pic.twitter.com/WiBcgf2swy
— Imran Muhammad (@Imranmuhdz) May 1, 2025
