The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has issued a stern warning to comedians and skit makers against the unauthorized use of its uniforms and other operational gear in their productions.
This caution comes in response to the resurgence of an old video titled "EFCC and Army Wahala" on social media, which portrays the agency in a negative light.
In a statement released on its X (formerly Twitter) account, the EFCC emphasized that any unauthorized use of its uniforms would be met with strict penalties. The agency reiterated its stance, stating, "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 controversial video, "EFCC and Army Wahala," has been criticized for its caricature of EFCC operatives, depicting them as bullies who unleash terror on suspects.
The EFCC condemned this portrayal, noting, "The shameful characterisation 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 further clarified that its operatives are trained to be modern, respectful law enforcement officers, even towards suspects of economic and financial crimes. "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 statement read. By issuing this directive, the EFCC aims to maintain its integrity and professional image, ensuring that its operational accoutrements are not misused in a manner that could tarnish its reputation.
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