In this interview, we speak with Juliet Ibekakwu Nwagwu, a PhD candidate at the University of Sussex. The discussion was held at the Global South Dialogue on Economic Crime Symposium on Financial Crime, held from January 17th to 19th, 2024. Juliet’s expertise spans corruption and financial intelligence in Nigeria and the West African region. She previously served as the Director of the Nigerian Financial Intelligence Unit.

Juliet shares her experiences and insights, discussing Nigeria’s journey in combating financial crime and its efforts in asset recovery and management. She also reflects on one of her award-winning case studies, highlighting the importance of data-driven approaches in combating terrorism financing.