The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission has warned content creators to stop using its name, logo and likeness in skits and other media productions without approval, saying such portrayals misrepresent its operations and warning that violators will be prosecuted.
In a video message shared on Saturday via its X page, the commission said, “It has come to the attention of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission that some individuals and content creators are using the name, logo and likeness of EFCC in skits and other media content.
“Many of these skits misrepresent our values and standard operating procedures. We wish to inform the general public that the EFCC has not authorised any such use.”
The agency added, “The EFCC does not endorse, sponsor or approve any comedy, drama or online content that uses our identity without written consent.”
It further directed the public to comply immediately, stating, “Therefore, the public is hereby advised to cease and desist from using our name, logo, uniforms or any identifying elements in skits or promotional content without prior written approval. Be warned, all who violate these instructions shall be prosecuted.”
The warning comes amid earlier concerns by the commission over rising cases of impersonation and fake sting operations by individuals posing as its officers.
The EFCC had said intelligence available to it indicated that fraudsters were deploying “ingenious but fraudulent means” to tarnish its image, including tactics involving gangs operating around popular eateries and fun spots in major cities, where unsuspecting youths are targeted.