Iyabo Ojo.
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) invited Iyabo Ojo weeks after her daughter’s high-profile wedding celebrations, she has revealed.
Priscilla Ojo, the actress’s daughter, tied the knot with singer, Juma Jux, in a series of lavish ceremonies.
The couple first held their Islamic traditional wedding in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, in February, followed by their traditional and white weddings in Lagos last month.
Earlier reports had suggested that the EFCC discreetly summoned Ojo for questioning over alleged abuse of currency during the wedding festivities.
In an Instagram post on Tuesday, Ojo confirmed the invitation, explaining that she honoured the EFCC’s request upon her return from the United Kingdom.
The thespian said she visited the Commission’s office on May 5, where she was questioned about her personal background, career, and business ventures.
Ojo said the EFCC presented video evidence from the wedding, showing guests spraying Naira and foreign currencies.
She said officials informed her that spraying money, whether Naira or foreign notes, was now prohibited, not just mutilation or defacement.
Ojo admitted she was unaware of the full scope of the law, believing only the abuse of the Naira was punishable.
Wrote she: “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”.
Ojo also cautioned Nigerians against spraying money at events, emphasising that the EFCC now considers the act illegal, regardless of the currency involved.
Said she: “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 prioritise caution and avoid any potential problems”.
