Iyabo Ojo clarifies recent EFCC invitation

Nigerian actress and filmmaker, Iyabo Ojo,  has clarified reason behind her recent invitation by the Economic Financial and Crimes Commission(EFCC).

Ojo revealed in a statement via instagram on Tuesday that her recent visit to the EFCC was to clarify details regarding her daughter’s recently concluded wedding ceremony which held in Lagos.

According to the actress, she received an invitation letter from the EFCC while she was in the United Kingdom over alleged abuse of Naira and some foreign currencies.

The filmmaker expressed her shock to hear that spraying of foreign currency as well as the Naira was illegal and advised Nigerians to stop spraying and mutilating the naira.

The statement reads, “Following the recent media publication on social media and numerous calls and texts messages from different quarters seeking to hear from me on the EFCC invitation and to ascertain my welfare, I find it expedient to release this briefing.

“I recently had an experience with the EFCC in Nigeria after receiving an invitation letter while I was in the UK. Upon my return, I visited the EFCC on the 5th day of May 2025, where I was asked several questions relating to my personal biodata, career, work experience, and companies, amongst others.

“The EFCC officials showed me videos extracted from my daughter’s wedding where guests, including colleagues and friends, were spraying Naira and foreign currencies.

“I was asked if I knew this was illegal, and I explained that I thought only abuse or mutilation of the Naira was an offence.

“The EFCC officials clarified that spraying money, including on people’s bodies, is prohibited. I was surprised to learn that spraying any currency, including Dollars, is also not allowed.

After questioning, I was allowed to leave the same day, but my personal lawyer, O.I. Salami, stood in for me as I may be called upon again.

“Given this experience, I strongly advise against spraying any currency in Nigeria to avoid issues with the EFCC.

“Perhaps it’s time to reconsider this long-standing tradition. Let’s prioritise caution and avoid any potential problems. Thank you, Alice Iyabo Ojo”.