ABOUT THE CHARTERED INSTITUTE OF FORENSICS AND CERTIFIED FRAUD INVESTIGATORS OF NIGERIA (CIFCFIN) 

The Chartered Institute of Forensics and Certified Fraud Investigators of Nigeria (CIFCFIN) evolved from its initial establishment as the Chartered Institute of Forensics and Certified Fraud Examiners of Nigeria (CIFCFEN), formerly registered with the Corporate Affairs Commission under the name Society for Forensic Accounting and Fraud Prevention (SFAFP). This transformation was spearheaded by the Association of National Accountants of Nigeria (ANAN) to create a robust platform for the training, supervision, and regulation of the practice of forensics and fraud examination in Nigeria and beyond.

Originally incorporated on the 19th of April, 2011, as the Society for Forensic Accounting and Fraud Prevention (SFAFP), the institute aimed to educate and train professionals in the field of forensic accounting and fraud examination. The overarching goal was to equip individuals with the knowledge and skills necessary to combat fraudulent financial schemes and other corrupt practices hindering the political and socio-economic development of the nation.

The next significant phase in our institutional journey occurred with the enactment of the Chartered Institute of Forensics and Certified Fraud Investigators of Nigeria (Establishment) Act, 2022. This legislation, signed into law on the 23rd of December 2022 by His Excellency President Muhammadu Buhari, GCFR, provided CIFCFIN with a formal charter, solidifying its role as a key player in the multidisciplinary professional practice of forensics and fraud investigation.

Our inaugural Annual General Meeting, held on March 29, 2023, at the EFCC Academy Karu, marked a pivotal milestone. During this event, the pioneer council members were sworn into office, setting the stage for the institute's governance and operations.

Key regulations, including Governance, Membership, College, and Branch Operation Regulations, were approved during the Annual General Meeting, providing a structured framework for CIFCFIN's activities.

Post Charter, CIFCFIN has conducted five (5) Direct Membership training programs and numerous specialized sessions, demonstrating our commitment to enhancing the skills of our members and professionals in the field of forensic and fraud investigations.

To ensure comprehensive coverage of the multidisciplinary aspects of forensics and fraud investigation, CIFCFIN proudly inaugurated various boards of Diplomates, covering disciplines such as Accounting and Audit, Humanities, Securities & Investment, Digital Forensics, and Banking & Insurance.

In 2023, our dedication to continuous learning and professional development was evident as a total of 2,313 members underwent training. This included 77 Associate Members, 873 Certified Direct Members, 319 Fellows, and 1,044 Revalidated Members. The total membership of CIFCFIN now stands at 4,432 members.

Strategic partnerships and collaborations played a crucial role in our growth, with active engagements with institutions such as the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), The Office of the Auditor General for the Federation (OAuGF), Directorate of Technical Aid Corps (DTAC), Nigeria Customs Service, National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), Association of National Accountants of Nigeria (ANAN), Chartered Institute of Taxation of Nigeria (CITN), Council for the Regulation of Engineers in Nigeria (COREN), Police Service Commission, and Federal Ministries of Finance, Interior, Education, Health, and Revenue Mobilization Allocation and Fiscal Commission.