Comedian AY Confirms EFCC Interrogation Over Naira Abuse, Receives Pardon After Probe
AY Cleared by EFCC After Naira Abuse Investigation Popular Nigerian comedian and actor Ayo Makun (AY) has addressed his recent interrogation by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) over alleged abuse of the Naira. In an Instagram statement on Wednesday, AY confirmed he was questioned on May 5th following a video of him spraying both local and foreign currencies at a social event—a violation of CBN’s currency mutilation laws. The Incident: Spraying Cash in the Spotlight EFCC Invitation: AY acknowledged the agency’s summons, linked to a viral clip of him “spraying” money, a common celebratory practice in Nigeria now deemed illegal under Section 21 of the CBN Act. AY’s Statement:“I was invited by the EFCC regarding an incident involving public spraying of currencies. I’m grateful to God for their understanding and pardon after confirming the funds weren’t illicit.” The comedian emphasized cooperation, providing evidence that the […]