Naira Abuse: It’s A Mere Allegation, Don’t Condemn Tompolo – EFCC Boss, Olukoyede
Mr Ola Olukoyede, the Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, has urged Nigerians to desist from condemning Chief Government Ekpemupolo, widely known as Tompolo, over the allegation of Naira abuse.
OSUN DEFENDER reports that Tompolo was seen in a viral video dancing during his 54th birthday celebration while a man lavishly sprayed ₦1,000 notes before him.
After the video surfaced online, Nigerians speculated that the EFCC may turn a blind eye and dared the anti-graft agency to arrest the Niger Delta chieftain to prove that it is not selective in law enforcement.
Responding to this in an interview with TVC on Sunday, Olukoyede confirmed that Tompolo has been invited for questioning and stated that he should not be labelled guilty until the case is concluded.
He also revealed that the viral video has been subjected to forensic analysis, suggesting that the clip may have been doctored.
Olukoyede said, “We have invited Tompolo, the whole Nigerians know that, and we said there is no human that is above the law.
“Nobody should go and condemn Tompolo for the allegation. It’s a mere allegation for now. We have subjected the video to forensic analysis because these days, people can impose… you know?
“Not until we conclude the case, we cannot say Tompolo is guilty or not. We must give every Nigerian fair hearing or benefit of doubt.”
Olamilekan Adigun is a graduate of Mass Communication with years of experience in journalism embedded in uncovering human interest stories. He also prioritises accuracy and factual reportage of issues.
