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“Africa must move beyond compliance to results—asset recovery systems must deliver real outcomes.”

As part of continental efforts to curb illicit financial flows, the African Union Regional Training on Asset Recovery and Illicit Financial Flows (20–24 April 2026, Mauritius) convened policymakers, practitioners, and experts to strengthen the capacity of regional asset recovery practitioners and advance practical solutions.

The Executive Director of the Africenterdev, Juliet IBEKAKU-NWAGWU, delivered a technical session that focused on a critical challenge: bridging the gap between legal compliance and enforcement effectiveness in the combat of illicit financial flows and recovery of proceeds of crime.

Her session highlighted the need to move from laws to measurable results in investigation, prosecution, and asset confiscation, the role of the FATF recommendations, the AU Common African Position in Asset Recovery in operationalizing national systems, and persistent gaps in beneficial ownership transparency and the use of financial intelligence.

Using Mauritius’ FATF reform journey as a case study, she demonstrated how targeted reforms in cooperation, intelligence use, and supervision can significantly improve outcomes.

The training convened by the AUC, AUABC, and FCC Mauritius reflects Africa’s growing commitment to strengthening asset recovery systems and tackling illicit financial flows at scale.
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‎This Easter, we reflect on renewal, hope, and new beginnings.
‎As we mark this season, may it inspire thoughtful action, stronger institutions, and sustained commitment to doing what is right.
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‎Wishing you a peaceful and reflective Easter.
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Juliet Ibekaku-Nwagwu in Conversation with Marc Schleifer of TRACE International.

In this insightful feature on , our Executive Director, Juliet Ibekaku-Nwagwu, engages Marc Schleifer of TRACE International on key trends shaping Africa’s anticorruption landscape.
The conversation highlights:
• Asset recovery and international cooperation
• The role of multilateral institutions in advancing accountability
• The implications of global policy shifts for African systems.

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https://www.briberymatters.com/post/examining-trends-in-africa-s-anticorruption-landscape

Examining Trends in Africa's Anticorruption Landscape In November 2024, South Africa became the first African country to assume the presidency of the Group of 20 (G20), a term that ran from December 1, 2024, through November 30, 2025. As part of those duties, the country chaired the G20 Anti-Corruption Working Group (ACWG), kicking off implementation o...

As sanctions regimes and AML/CFT obligations continue to evolve, legal practitioners must stay informed about the risks and compliance responsibilities within their practice.

To support this, Africenterdev, in collaboration with the Nigerian Bar Association Anti-Money Laundering Committee (ABAMLC), invites you to the next session in the AML/CFT Webinar Series.
Topic: "What Lawyers Should Know About ML/FT/PF Sanctions: Implications for Compliance Officers"
🎤 Speaker: Juliet IBEKAKU-NWAGWU, Member, NBA-AMLC
📅 19 March 2026
⏰ 1:00 PM (Prompt)

Attendance attracts 1 CPD Point
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Strengthening AML/CFT Compliance: African Center and NBA-AMLC Train Lawyers in Asaba.

The African Center, in collaboration with the Nigerian Bar Association Anti-Money Laundering Committee (NBA-AMLC), convened a one-day training for members of the Nigerian Bar Association, Asaba Branch, on the Rules of Professional Conduct and Anti-Money Laundering/Counter-Terrorism Financing (AML/CFT) in Asaba, Delta State.
The workshop brought together 120 lawyers from the Asaba branch and featured presentations by members of the NBA-AMLC, including Prof. Ernest Ojukwu, SAN; Prof. Adedeji Adekunle, SAN; and Maryam Idris Abdulkadir (Ph.D).

The training strengthened the capacity of legal practitioners on AML/CFT compliance obligations under the Rules of Professional Conduct 2023. It also provided practical guidance on risk-based approaches, client due diligence, and suspicious transaction reporting, while introducing participants to the NBA-AML Portal (https://nbaaml.com/), which facilitates compliance reporting within the legal profession.

This activity forms part of the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office -funded project on Tackling Illicit Financial Flows in Nigeria, implemented in partnership with the Africa Network for Environment and Economic Justice - ANEEJ. Through this initiative, legal practitioners are being equipped with the knowledge and tools needed to strengthen compliance and safeguard Nigeria’s legal and financial systems from misuse.

On International Women’s Day 2026, we celebrate the strength, leadership, and achievements of women who continue to shape more just, transparent, and inclusive societies.

Across Africa and around the world, women are advancing integrity, strengthening institutions, and driving sustainable development. Their voices, expertise, and leadership remain vital to building accountable systems and resilient communities.

Today, we honour the women whose dedication continues to inspire progress and positive change.

Happy International Women’s Day.

Strengthening Institutional Capacity for Asset Recovery in Nigeria.

The African Center, in collaboration with the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission - Proceeds of Crime Management Department (DPCM), is hosting a three-day capacity-building workshop for officers of the Department and other collaborative units across the Commission.

Taking place from 4–6 March 2026 at the EFCC Training Academy, Karu, Abuja, the workshop forms part of the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office-supported project on tackling illicit financial flows through asset recovery and strengthening ML/CFT/PF compliance in Nigeria.

The training brings together practitioners, policymakers, and regulators to strengthen operational capacity in asset tracing, investigation, confiscation, management, and disposal of proceeds of crime.

Key sessions cover:
• International cooperation in asset recovery
• Implementation of the Proceeds of Crime Act, 2022
• Financial crime investigations
• Virtual asset management
• Confiscation practices
• Asset data management frameworks.

The initiative aims to strengthen collaboration and enhance Nigeria’s capacity to effectively recover and manage assets derived from financial crimes.