Stop Speculating and Allow Us Todo Our Job, EFCC Responds to VeryDarkMan’s Arrest

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission has confirmed the arrest of Martins Innocent Otse over what it described as “grave allegations of financial malfeasance,” following his repeated refusal to honour several invitations extended to him.

He refused to show up in spite of several invitations sent to him through his known addresses and medium of communication. The petitions pertain to grave allegations of financial malfeasance which cannot be ignored by the Commission.

It is needful to admit that the Commission is aware of several unguarded attacks of the suspect against its operations. While such conduct is condemnable, his arrest was not informed by such attacks. The relevant law enforcement agency will be allowed to look into them.

The EFCC has a lawful right to hold Otse in custody like any other suspect being investigated by the Commission. The appropriate Remand Order was obtained in this regard. He has been offered an administrative bail and would be released after fulfilling all the bail conditions.

The Commission appreciates the interest of Nigerians in its operations. The passion, enthusiasm and torrential reactions to all of its activities are welcome. However, insinuations about its motive in carrying out its assignment should no longer continue. The EFCC should be allowed to do its job without fear or favour. As soon as investigations are concluded, charges will be filed.

According to the Commission, the suspect failed to show up despite several invitations sent through his known addresses and communication channels.

“He refused to show up in spite of several invitations sent to him,” the statement read.

The EFCC clarified that while it is aware of “several unguarded attacks” made by Otse against its operations, his arrest was not motivated by those actions.