Lawyer says EFCC invited Randy Peter, Mama Pee over naira abuse allegation
Lawyer Inibehe Effiong revealed that activists Randy Peter and Mama Pee were invited by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) over an allegation of naira abuse. The duo, known supporters of Peter Obi, the presidential candidate for the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), honoured the EFCC invitation on Wednesday, July 15, 2026 at about 1:00 pm and were released 11 hours later, around midnight. Effiong explained in a Facebook post on Thursday that they received two invitation letters dated June 24 and July 6, 2026, and requested a reschedule to July 15 because their clients were unavailable on the original dates. He said their clients are in high spirits and appreciate public concerns about their safety, promising to share more details later. The invitation stems from an accusation that they abused the naira, a charge often used against critics of the government. As prominent Obi supporters, their EFCC appearance drew public attention, with many worrying about possible harassment or detention related to their political affiliations. The case highlights how financial crime allegations can intersect with political activism in Nigeria. Readers should watch for further updates from the lawyer or EFCC, consider how the naira abuse law is applied to political figures, and reflect on what this means for freedom of expression and peaceful support of candidates in the country.