Controversial Nigerian social media star Idris Okuneye, famously known as Bobrisky, has ignited a firestorm of reactions following his pointed criticism of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC).
His comments came in response to the agency’s request for public sympathy after one of its officers died during a raid in Anambra State.
Taking to Instagram, Bobrisky minced no words: “You are the most wicked people in Nigeria. Police are 100 times better than you,” he wrote, expressing disdain for the commission. His post not only highlighted his grievances but also painted the EFCC as a body with questionable practices.
Bobrisky further recounted a harrowing personal experience, alleging that EFCC operatives had once stormed his residence, confiscated his phones, and attempted to breach his social media accounts. He described the encounter as invasive and a gross overreach of authority.
The outspoken personality’s remarks have since fueled heated debates online. While some users backed Bobrisky’s condemnation of the EFCC’s methods, others argued that his outburst was ill-timed, given the tragic circumstances surrounding the officer’s death.
This latest controversy underscores the fraught relationship between Nigerian citizens and anti-graft agencies, with Bobrisky’s comments serving as a catalyst for broader conversations about accountability and human rights. As reactions continue to pour in, the public remains divided over the balance between enforcing the law and respecting individual freedoms.
