The Media Office of the Presidential Candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC, has called to the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, to Face serious issues on corruption and ignore the mundane.
The call came in reaction to the invitation by the Commission to two prominent supporters of Obi, over an alleged abuse of the Naira.
The two, media activists, who go by the names, Randy Peter and Mama Pee were grilled for 11 hours at the EFCC Headquarters on Wednesday and, again, on Thursday.
The two deny the allegation of Naira abuse.
In reaction, the Peter Obi Media Reach,POMR, in a statement signed by its spokesperson, Idris Zekeri Jnr, described it as a distraction. “Every hour spent investigating a viral video of interrogating an outspoken critic is an hour taken away from tracking complex, multi- billion Naira networks of institutional graft, oil theft, and public fund diversion”, it said.
Following is the full text of the statement.
“The Peter Obi Media Reach, POMR, having closely monitored the needless harassment of two social media activists, Randy Peter and Mama Pee, wishes to appeal to the Leadership of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to stop distracting themselves from the task of corruption cases littered all over the place.
As Nigerians, we watch the trajectory of our country with a mixture of hope and anxiety. At the heart of our collective struggle for a prosperous nation is the fight against systemic corruption—a cancer that continues to devalue our currency, cripple public infrastructure, and limit the potential of millions. In this struggle, the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) remains a crucial pillar.
“It is precisely because the EFCC’s success is so vital to Nigeria’s survival that we must raise a constructive concern regarding the commission’s recent allocation of time, energy, and resources to needless issues.
Over the past years, we have seen an increasing trend where social media commentators, political activists, and online critics are repeatedly summoned, interrogated, or detained over relatively minor or highly debatable infractions. While the rule of law must apply to everyone, we must ask ourselves: Is this the most impactful use of Nigeria’s premier anti-graft agency?
“When the EFCC prioritises policing digital discourse and tracking down online activists, it inadvertently creates several setbacks for its own mission:
Every hour spent investigating a viral video or interrogating an outspoken critic is an hour taken away from tracing complex, multi-billion naira networks of institutional graft, oil theft, and public fund diversion.
“The EFCC’s greatest asset is the goodwill of the Nigerian public. When citizens perceive the agency as a tool for stifling political dissent or managing public relations, that vital trust is eroded. A cynical public is less likely to whistle-blow or support anti-graft initiatives.
” Chasing low-hanging fruit on social media might dominate the daily news cycle, but it does little to repair our broken refineries, secure our borders, or restore international investor confidence.
“Nigeria is currently navigating severe economic headwinds. We are grappling with the fallout of massive, institutionalised financial leakages that directly impact inflation, poverty, and national security. This is where the EFCC’s true battlefield lies.
“We therefore respectfully call on the leadership of the EFCC to direct the bulk of forensic, legal, and investigative assets toward prosecuting high-profile financial crimes, public sector embezzlement, and systemic economic sabotage. And stop allowing it to be a default arbiter for political or social score settlements. A corruption-free Nigeria is Possible.”
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