ABUJA, Nigeria (VOICE OF NAIJA)-The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission has cautioned content creators against using its name, logo, and likeness in skits or other media productions without prior approval, noting that such portrayals distort its operations and warning that offenders risk prosecution.
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.”
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The agency further stated, “The EFCC does not endorse, sponsor or approve any comedy, drama or online content that uses our identity without written consent.”
It also directed the public to comply immediately, saying, “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 follows earlier concerns by the commission over increasing cases of impersonation and fake sting operations by individuals posing as its officers.
The EFCC had indicated that intelligence reports revealed that fraudsters were using “ingenious but fraudulent means” to damage its image, including schemes involving groups operating around popular eateries and recreational spots in major cities, where unsuspecting youths are targeted.