A Federal High Court in Lagos has instructed 48 people from different parts of the country to appear before the Department of State Services in Shangisha, Lagos, over alleged fraud and illegal money dealings.
The order was given on January 12, 2026, in a case filed by the Federal Republic of Nigeria against Yakubu Idris and 47 others under suit number FHC/L/MISC/649/2025.
The court said all the listed persons must report to the Lagos office of the DSS within 60 days from the date the public notice was issued.
The directive is part of an ongoing investigation into suspected financial crimes linked to the individuals.
The court explained that the appearance will allow the affected persons to respond to the allegations and address issues raised during the investigation.
It also warned that anyone who ignores the order may face further legal steps.
Those named in the case come from several states, including the Federal Capital Territory, Lagos, Ogun, Ondo, Oyo, Nasarawa, Kano, Imo, Delta and Rivers. Their ages range between 24 and 76 years.
Among the names listed are Yakubu Idris, Ajibade Lukman Olawale and Owolabi Adesina Samuel, along with many others contained in the official court document shared with the notice.
The court made it clear that the instruction is compulsory and forms part of an active probe being handled by the DSS.
The case is one of many before the court as authorities continue efforts to deal with fraud and illegal financial activities involving private individuals across several states.
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