The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has announced a formal investigation into serious bribery allegations made by social media star Idris Okuneye, popularly known as Bobrisky.
EFCC Chairman, Ola Olukoyede, ordered the investigation following claims that Bobrisky paid N15 million to EFCC officers to drop money laundering charges against him.
In a video that has since gone viral, Bobrisky, an ex-convict, alleged that unnamed EFCC officials accepted this large sum to benefit him.
The video was circulated by controversial activist Martins Vincent Otse, better known as VeryDarkMan.
In a statement, the EFCC confirmed the initiation of the investigation and emphasized the need for transparency.
“The Executive Chairman of the EFCC has ordered an immediate investigation into the bribery allegations made by Idris Okuneye,” the statement read.
“Okuneye alleged that certain EFCC officers collected N15 million to drop charges against him.”
As part of the investigation, both Bobrisky and VeryDarkMan have been summoned to the EFCC’s office in Lagos.
They are expected to provide crucial information that could assist investigators in uncovering the truth behind these allegations.
“Okuneye and Otse are invited to make themselves available at our Lagos Directorate,” said EFCC spokesman Dele Oyewale.
“This will help our team critically examine the allegations.”
The EFCC has assured the public that the investigation will be thorough and fair.
“We are committed to integrity, professionalism, and transparency,” the statement added.
Once the investigation is complete, the findings will be made public.
Bobrisky’s allegations have sparked widespread interest and debate across social media platforms.
Many are closely following the story, especially given Bobrisky’s previous legal troubles.
In April 2024, he was sentenced to six months in prison for abusing the Nigerian currency, the naira.
This history adds an intriguing layer to the current situation.
In the recent video, Bobrisky expressed his frustration and claimed he had been wronged.
“I will not remain silent,” he said. “The truth must come out.”
His supporters have rallied behind him, while others question the validity of his claims.
VeryDarkMan, the activist who shared the video, has also been vocal about the issue.
He stated, “We need to hold these officials accountable. Corruption cannot be tolerated.”
As the story unfolds, many are eager to see how the EFCC will handle the situation.
“We will not sweep these allegations under the rug,” Olukoyede stated. “We are here to uphold the law.”
