The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has issued a statement condemning the unauthorized use of its operational gear in comedy skits.
This statement follows the resurgence of an old video titled “EFCC and Army Wahala” circulating on social media platforms.
In a post on Monday via X, the anti-graft agency expressed serious concern over the misrepresentation of its operatives in these productions.
“This, once again, compels the EFCC to reiterate its warning to skit makers and other social workers to desist from using the operational accoutrements of the commission illegally and irresponsibly,” the statement read.
The commission specifically criticized the portrayal of its agents in the video, describing it as a “caricature of the operational etiquette of the EFCC.”
It stated that the video offers a disgraceful characterization of alleged operatives of the commission, and the depiction of them unleashing terror on “suspects” is not only embarrassing but also reflects a deliberate effort to tarnish the image of the EFCC.
The EFCC said, “Operatives of the EFCC are not bullies. They are trained as refined modern law enforcement officers rich in decency, civility and respect for members of the public, including suspects of economic and financial crimes.”
The commission hence issued a stern warning to content creators, stating, “Skit makers are warned again to desist from unauthorised use of the accoutrements of the Commission.”
EFCC Condemns Unauthorized Use of Its Operational accoutrements for Skit Making
An old video, code-named: “EFCC and Army Wahala” is regaining traction across the social media. This, once again, compels the EFCC to reiterate its warning to skit makers and other social workers to… pic.twitter.com/hchYZj4zol
— EFCC Nigeria (@officialEFCC) September 23, 2024