Human rights lawyer, Inibehe Effiong, has confirmed that activists Randy Peter and Precious Oruche, popularly known as Mama Pee, were arrested by operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) over allegations of Naira abuse.
Effiong disclosed this in a statement on Thursday, explaining that the two activists were invited by the anti-graft agency following allegations relating to the abuse of the Nigerian currency.
According to the lawyer, separate invitation letters dated June 24, 2026, were sent to the activists, directing them to report to the EFCC on July 6. However, he said his legal team requested a new date because the duo were unavailable on the scheduled day.
He said Randy Peter and Mama Pee, both known as supporters of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) presidential candidate, Peter Obi, honoured the rescheduled invitation on Wednesday and were taken through several hours of interrogation before being released later that night.
“Our clients were arrested over allegations of Naira abuse. They cooperated fully with investigators and were released after the interrogation. They have, however, been asked to return to the Commission as the investigation continues,” Effiong said.
The lawyer revealed that during questioning, the activists explained that the money at the centre of the allegations was not genuine Nigerian currency but prop money used for entertainment purposes.
“Our clients clarified that what was referenced were props for entertainment and not genuine Naira notes,” he stated.
Effiong added that despite the lengthy interrogation, both activists remained in good spirits and expressed appreciation to Nigerians who showed concern over their safety while they were in EFCC custody.
He assured the public that his legal team would continue to monitor the case and provide updates as the investigation progresses.
