Actress Iyabo Ojo has broken her silence following her invitation by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) over money-spraying at her daughter’s lavish wedding.
In a statement posted to her Instagram, Iyabo confirmed she visited the EFCC office on May 5th after returning from the UK. According to her, officials questioned her about her background, career, and activities surrounding the viral wedding celebration.
She said EFCC officers showed her videos of guests spraying both Naira and foreign currencies at the event. When asked if she was aware this was illegal, Iyabo responded:
“I thought only abuse or mutilation of the Naira was an offense.”
To her surprise, EFCC officials clarified that spraying any currency—Naira or otherwise—is prohibited by law in Nigeria.
Though she was released the same day, Iyabo’s lawyer stood in for her, just in case she’s called in again.
She ended her note with a warning to fellow Nigerians:
“Perhaps it’s time to reconsider this long-standing tradition. Let’s prioritize caution and avoid any potential problems.”
See her post below:
Good afternoon, lovely people.
Following the recent media publication on social media and numerous calls and texts messages from different quarters seeking to hear from me on the EFCC invitation and to ascertain my welfare, I find it expedient to release this briefing.
I recently had an experience with the EFCC in Nigeria after receiving an invitation letter while I was in the UK. Upon my return, I visited the EFCC on the 5th day of May 2025, where I was asked several questions relating to my personal bio data, career, work experience, and companies, amongst others.
The EFCC officials showed me videos extracted from my daughter’s wedding where guests, including colleagues and friends, were spraying Naira and foreign currencies.
I was asked if I knew this was illegal, and I explained that I thought only abuse or mutilation of the Naira was an offense.
The EFCC officials clarified that spraying money, including on people’s bodies, is prohibited. I was surprised to learn that spraying any currency, including Dollars, is also not allowed.
After questioning, I was allowed to leave the same day, but my personal lawyer, O.I. Salami stood in for me as I may be called upon again.
Given this experience, I strongly advise against spraying any currency in Nigeria to avoid issues with the EFCC.
Perhaps it’s time to reconsider this long-standing tradition. Let’s prioritize caution and avoid any potential problems.
Thank you.
Alice Iyabo Ojo
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