The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has suspended several of its operatives following allegations that they extorted ₦10 million from Nigerian rapper Oladipupo Oladimeji, popularly known as Oladips.
In a statement issued on Saturday in Abuja, EFCC spokesperson, Dele Oyewale, confirmed that the commission had begun a full investigation into the case, describing the allegation as “serious and deserving of immediate attention.”
The rapper had earlier accused EFCC officials of detaining him for five days and forcing him to pay ₦10 million before securing his release, despite having no evidence of wrongdoing against him.
According to Oyewale, the EFCC leadership swiftly reacted to the claims and ordered all operatives linked to the incident to step down from their duties pending the outcome of investigations.
He explained that the affected officers had been summoned to the commission’s headquarters in Abuja for questioning over the alleged extortion.
“The commission wishes to state unreservedly that the grim picture painted by the artist does not reflect the true image of the EFCC,” Oyewale said.
“We have seen his claims and have commenced investigations accordingly. The officers involved have been relieved of their operational duties while investigations continue.”
He assured Nigerians that the EFCC remains committed to transparency and discipline, noting that any officer found guilty of misconduct would face severe sanctions.
“The EFCC upholds integrity as its core value and will not hesitate to punish any staff found culpable,” Oyewale added.
“However, if the allegation is discovered to be false and intended to damage the image of the commission, the necessary legal steps will also be taken.”
Oyewale urged the public to allow due process to prevail while reaffirming that the EFCC remains focused on its mandate to fight corruption and financial crimes without fear or favour.
