Nigerian actress and filmmaker Iyabo Ojo has opened up about her recent encounter with the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) over alleged currency abuse during her daughter’s wedding celebration.
In a post shared on Instagram, Ojo revealed she honoured an invitation from the EFCC on May 5, 2025, shortly after returning from the United Kingdom.
The visit followed widespread concerns and inquiries from friends, fans, and the public regarding the development.
According to Ojo, the anti-graft agency questioned her on a range of topics, including her personal background, professional career, and business dealings.
During the interrogation, EFCC operatives presented footage from her daughter’s wedding, where guests—including friends and colleagues—were seen spraying both naira and foreign currencies.
She stated that EFCC officials informed her that spraying money at events, regardless of whether it’s naira or foreign currency like the US dollar, is a punishable offence under Nigerian law.
This clarification, she said, came as a surprise, as she had believed only the defacement or mutilation of the naira was illegal.
Ojo noted that after answering the commission’s questions, she was allowed to leave the same day.
Her lawyer, O.I. Salami, was present and will represent her if the EFCC requires further information.
Following the incident, Ojo urged Nigerians to desist from spraying money at ceremonies to avoid falling foul of the law.
She suggested that the cultural practice may need to be re-evaluated in light of existing regulations.
Sharing her reflections, she said: “Perhaps it’s time to reconsider this long-standing tradition. Let’s prioritise caution and avoid any potential problems.”
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