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OKOYA BROTHERS SUMMONED BY EFCC OVER ALLEGED NAIRA ABUSE
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Nicolas Adekeye / 1 week
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The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has summoned Wahab and Raheem Okoya, sons of billionaire businessman Chief Razaq Okoya, for questioning over alleged naira abuse. The brothers faced widespread criticism after a video surfaced online showing them spraying bundles of N1,000 notes during a promotional video for Raheem’s new song, Credit Alert. In the video, the brothers, dressed in white agbadas, were seen flinging the cash while a mobile policeman held stacks of crisp naira notes. The display sparked sharp reactions on social media, with many viewing it as a violation of laws governing the handling of the Nigerian currency. Critics questioned whether the incident would be addressed impartially given their father’s status. Confirming the development, EFCC’s Head of Media and Publicity, Dele Oyewale, said the brothers have been invited to appear at the Lagos office on Monday, January 13, 2025. The invitation was reportedly signed by the Acting Director of the Lagos Directorate of the EFCC, Michael Wetkas. Raheem Okoya issued a public apology on his social media platform, stating, “To the Nigerian people, my actions were not intended to cause any trouble or harm. My intentions were pure and naive. I ask for your forgiveness and support as I had no intention of raising such an alarm.” The Nigeria Police Force has also taken action, detaining the officer involved in the video. The Force Spokesperson, Muyiwa Adejobi, confirmed the officer’s identity and assured the public of appropriate action. The EFCC’s move is seen as a commitment to enforcing laws protecting the naira from misuse, regardless of the individuals involved.