The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has issued a stern warning to former Niger Delta militant leader Tompolo after a video of him being sprayed with wads of cash at a high-profile event went viral.
Over the weekend, social media users challenged EFCC operatives to take action, accusing Tompolo of illicit enrichment. In the footage, jubilant guests shower the ex-militant with currency notes as he danced along an aisle.
In response to mounting public pressure, the EFCC posted an official statement on its verified channels this morning. “Nobody is above the law. Tompolo will have questions to answer,” the agency declared, reaffirming its commitment to pursue all individuals suspected of financial wrongdoing. According to the EFCC’s press release, the commission is already reviewing filings and transaction records linked to the former militant’s offshore accounts and alleged oil bunkering activities.
While Tompolo has yet to be formally charged, legal experts say the EFCC’s unequivocal stance signals that an arrest warrant could follow soon. Public opinion remains sharply divided: some citizens applaud the anti-corruption watchdog’s resolve, while others view the video as harmless celebration. The EFCC insists that cultural practices do not exempt anyone from legal scrutiny. As investigations intensify, Nigerians nationwide await further developments in what could become one of the most high-profile prosecutions in recent memory.
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