Nigerian socialite Ismaila Mustapha, popularly known as Mompha, has publicly celebrated the dismissal of charges brought against him by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC).
Sharing the news on Instagram on Tuesday, November 10, 2026, Mompha declared victory after enduring over seven years of legal battles with the anti-graft agency.
In his announcement, Mompha accused the EFCC of harassment, intimidation, and pursuing what he called a baseless prosecution. He wrote, “VICTORY AT LAST!!” and revealed that the court struck out the charges, citing abuse of court process and forum shopping.
Mompha recounted that his ordeal began in 2019, upon his return to Nigeria to invest in the economy, only to be confronted by allegations he insists were fabricated. According to him, the protracted case disrupted both his personal life and business ambitions for more than seven years.
Throughout the proceedings, Mompha maintained his innocence and accused the EFCC of victimisation. He welcomed the court’s decision as vindication, commending both the judiciary and the presiding judge for recognising what he described as the frivolous nature of the prosecution.
Expressing gratitude, Mompha thanked Allah, his family, friends, and especially his legal team—Gboyega Oyewole (SAN), Kolawole Salami, and Ademola Adefolaju—for their support and efforts in securing a favourable judgment. He reiterated his belief that justice would ultimately prevail.
However, Mompha’s celebration was not without controversy, as he openly taunted the EFCC by tagging the agency’s official Instagram account and writing, “Shame on you @officialefcc Losers,” punctuated with laughing emojis. He concluded that the ruling had restored his freedom and peace of mind after years of legal uncertainty.
