The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has reacted to the use of its operational accoutrements for skit-making.
The EFCC’s reaction stems from an old video titled “EFCC and Army Wahala,” which it claimed is currently regaining traction on social media.
Compelled by this, the commission has reiterated its earlier warning to skit makers and other social workers to desist from using the operational accoutrements of the commission “illegally and irresponsibly.”
The warning by the anti-graft agency was contained in a post on its X handle on Monday morning.
According to the post, “EFCC and Army Wahala” is a caricature of the operational etiquette of the EFCC.
“The shameful characterization of supposed operatives of the Commission in the video unleashing terror on “suspects”, is not only embarrassing but indicative of a deliberate attempt to cast shadows on the image of the EFCC.”
The agency clarified that its operatives are not bullies as 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.
“Skit makers are warned again to desist from unauthorized use of the accouterments of the commission,” it added.