Nigeria, Sept. 22 -- The federal government has identified at least £2 billion stolen funds to be recovered from different countries of the world, the Attorney-General of the Federation, Abubakar Malami, has said.

Mr Malami, who doubles as the Minister of Justice, said the money which amounts to about N1.12 trillion (at the official exchange rate of £1 to N560), is only a part of Nigeria's looted assets being pursued in different countries, including the United Kingdom (U.K.) and Ireland.

"We are looking to recover further about £2 billion among others, but then, that does not mean to say that no other associated assets are being pursued in other countries of the world, including Ireland and other countries.

"We are purs...