Two prominent members of the Obidient Movement, Peter Akah and Oruche Precious, popularly known as Mama Pee, have been released by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) after spending several hours undergoing questioning at the agency’s headquarters in Abuja.
The duo, known for their support of Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) presidential candidate Peter Obi, honoured an invitation from the anti-graft agency on Wednesday, prompting concerns among supporters when they remained with investigators late into the night.
Their release was confirmed by activist Chidiebere Mark, also known as Justice Crack, who accompanied them to the EFCC office.
According to him, Akah and Precious arrived at the commission’s headquarters around 1 p.m. and were eventually allowed to leave shortly after midnight.
He disclosed that the two activists had been instructed to return to the commission on Thursday afternoon as investigations continue.
The circumstances surrounding their invitation became clearer after human rights lawyer Inibehe Effiong, who is representing the pair, revealed that the EFCC was investigating allegations of naira abuse.
Effiong said his clients informed investigators that the items being referenced were not genuine Nigerian currency notes but prop money used for entertainment and content creation purposes.
He noted that both Akah and Precious cooperated fully with investigators throughout the interrogation process.
The lawyer also commended the conduct of EFCC officials, describing their handling of the matter as professional.
The prolonged questioning sparked reactions on social media, where members of the Obidient Movement and other supporters demanded updates on the whereabouts of the activists.
Their eventual release eased concerns, although the investigation remains ongoing.
Effiong said the pair were in good condition and appreciative of the public interest shown in their welfare during the period they were with the commission.
While the EFCC has yet to issue an official statement on the matter, the agency is expected to continue its inquiry after the activists return for further engagement with investigators.
The development comes amid the commission’s intensified enforcement of laws prohibiting the abuse and mutilation of the naira, which has led to investigations and prosecutions involving public figures, entertainers and social media personalities in recent months.
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