EFCC has invited Subomi and Wahab Okoya for questioning over their involvement in a viral video allegedly showing them abusing the naira. The incident caused public outrage, and the police officer involved has been detained. The Okoya brothers' invitation for questioning is set for January 13, 2025.
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has called for the interrogation of Subomi and Wahab Okoya, the sons of billionaire businessman Razaq Okoya, following the circulation of a controversial video. In the footage, the brothers were seen allegedly mishandling the naira, which led to widespread condemnation on social media.
A police officer also featured in the video has been identified and detained by the Nigeria Police Force. Despite the public outcry and calls for swift action, the arrest of the Okoya brothers was delayed, sparking further criticism.
Human rights activist and lawyer, Deji Adeyanju, expressed outrage over the delay, accusing the authorities of applying a double standard when it comes to law enforcement, with one set of rules for the wealthy and another for the poor.
In response to the growing controversy, the EFCC issued an official invitation for the Okoya brothers to appear for questioning on January 13, 2025, at the EFCC headquarters in Lagos. The invitation, signed by Michael Wetkas, the Acting Director of the Lagos Directorate, sets the stage for an official investigation into the incident.
