EFCC suspends officers involved in alleged N10m extortion, commences investigation
EFCC suspends officers involved in alleged N10m extortion, commences investigation
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has opened a formal investigation following claims by Nigerian rapper Oladipupo Oladimeji, popularly known as Oladips, that some of its operatives extorted ₦10 million from him during his detention in 2024.
Speaking on the Trending podcast, Oladips described being arrested in a midnight raid by the anti-graft agency at his Lagos home in November 2024. He said he spent five days in detention and alleged that he was forced to pay ₦10 million despite no evidence of wrongdoing.
“They collected money (₦10 million) from me before they released me. They didn’t find anything on me. So, what was the money for? What was all that stress and suffering for? It’s just Nigeria. Nigeria just happened to me,” he said.
In response, the EFCC issued a statement via its official X account on Saturday, affirming that it was handling the matter with “great seriousness” and had already begun investigations.
“The Commission wishes to state unreservedly that the grim picture painted by the artist does not reflect the true character of the EFCC,” the statement read. “We have seen his claims and have commenced investigations accordingly.
Officers in the team that handled his case have been summoned to the Corporate Headquarters of the Commission and relieved of their operational duties pending the conclusion of investigations.”
The anti-graft agency reiterated its commitment to transparency and accountability, promising to sanction any staff found guilty of misconduct.
“The Commission is serious about its value of integrity and will take necessary action against any staff found to be culpable. It is also needful to state that if the allegation is found to be false and raised to malign the Commission or tarnish its image, appropriate sanctions will also be imposed,” the EFCC said.
The agency urged Nigerians to remain patient as the probe continues and assured the public of its unwavering commitment to fighting corruption.
