Luxury real estate developer Olasijibomi “Sujimoto” Ogundele has spoken out from his hideout after being declared wanted by the EFCC over alleged fund diversion and money laundering
Wanted Luxury Developer Sujimoto Ogundele Speaks From Hideout, Breaks Into Tears
Lagos, Nigeria – September 6, 2025
Luxury real estate mogul Olasijibomi “Sujimoto” Ogundele has spoken publicly for the first time since being declared wanted by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) on Friday.
In a video released from his hideout, Ogundele, visibly emotional, broke into tears as he narrated his side of the story. He attributed his ordeal to a dispute between his company, Sujimoto Luxury Construction Limited, and the Enugu State Government, insisting that he has been making efforts to resolve the matter.
“This is a deal gone sour. I have been reaching out to settle it, but things have now taken a different turn,” he said, wiping tears during the recording.
The EFCC declared the 44-year-old developer wanted on September 5, citing allegations of diversion of funds and money laundering. According to the agency, multiple attempts to invite Ogundele for questioning had failed.
Ogundele, who resides in the elite Banana Island area of Lagos, has built a reputation as one of Nigeria’s leading real estate entrepreneurs, known for high-rise luxury apartments and grand architectural projects under the Sujimoto brand.
The case has drawn widespread public attention, not only because of his prominence in the real estate industry, but also due to the rarity of such high-profile figures releasing emotional public statements from hiding. Read More
