The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has released two supporters of Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) presidential candidate, Peter Obi, following several hours of questioning over allegations linked to naira abuse.
The supporters, Peter Akah and Oruche Precious, popularly known as Mama Pee, were invited by the anti-graft agency and questioned at its headquarters in Abuja on Wednesday.
Their appearance before the commission generated concern among supporters of the Obidient Movement after reports emerged on social media that they had been with investigators for several hours.
Human rights lawyer, Inibehe Effiong, who represented the duo, said they were questioned in connection with allegations involving the misuse of naira notes.
According to him, the pair explained to investigators that the material being referenced was not genuine Nigerian currency but prop money used for entertainment purposes.
Effiong disclosed that Akah and Precious cooperated fully with investigators throughout the process and were subsequently released.
He added that they had been directed to return to the EFCC office on Thursday as investigations continue.
The lawyer also commended the conduct of the commission’s officials during the interrogation, describing the process as professional.
Activist Chidiebere Mark, popularly known as Justice Crack, who accompanied the duo to the EFCC headquarters, said they arrived at the agency around 1 p.m. on Wednesday and were released shortly after midnight.
He noted that the questioning lasted for several hours before the commission allowed them to leave.
The development attracted widespread attention online, with supporters expressing concern about the welfare and whereabouts of the two activists while they were being questioned.
As of the time of filing this report, the EFCC had not issued an official statement on the matter.
However, Effiong said his clients remained in good spirits and appreciated the support and concern shown by Nigerians during the period of their interrogation.
The case is expected to continue as the commission carries out further inquiries into the allegations.