The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has cautioned content creators against using its name, logo, uniforms, or likeness in skits and other media productions without authorization, warning that violators risk prosecution.
In a video message shared Saturday on its official X page, the commission said such unauthorized portrayals misrepresent its operations and standards.
“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,” the statement read.
“Many of these skits misrepresent our values and standard operating procedures. The EFCC has not authorised any such use.”
The agency stressed that it does not endorse or approve any form of entertainment content using its identity without formal consent.
“The EFCC does not endorse, sponsor or approve any comedy, drama or online content that uses our identity without written approval,” it added.
The commission further directed content creators and the public to immediately stop such usage.
“Members of the public are 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, violators will be prosecuted,” it warned.
The statement comes amid growing concerns over impersonation and fake sting operations allegedly carried out by individuals posing as EFCC officers.
The agency said intelligence reports indicate that fraudsters have been using “ingenious but fraudulent means” to tarnish its image, including targeting unsuspecting youths in public places such as eateries and entertainment spots across major cities.
