Oladips Alleges EFCC Extorted ₦10 Million Before His Release Following Arrest
Nigerian rapper Oladips has accused the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) of extorting ₦10 million from him before securing his release from custody, nearly a year after his widely publicized arrest.
Speaking on the Trending Podcast, the hip-hop artist recounted his experience, alleging that EFCC operatives stormed his estate during a midnight operation in November 2024, arresting him and several neighbours. He claimed that despite spending five days in detention, investigators found no incriminating evidence linking him to financial crimes.
“Nothing was found on me after all their investigations. Nigeria just happened to me,” Oladips said during the interview.
The rapper alleged that he was eventually released only after paying ₦10 million — a sum he described as extortion, insisting that there was no legal basis for the payment.
Recounting His Detention
Oladips described his experience in EFCC custody as traumatic, highlighting the poor conditions detainees face.
“It’s just one smelling place like that. They packed us there like sardines and gave us terrible food,” he recalled.
He expressed gratitude to fellow artist Zlatan Ibile, who he said arranged for food to be sent to him during his detention. “Funny enough, it was Zlatan that was sending me food. Zlatan is not even a friend — that’s my blood. He sent someone to get good food for me because the food there was bad,” Oladips added.
Despite his claims of innocence, the rapper questioned why he was held for several days when no evidence of wrongdoing was found.
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“Why did I spend four to five days there when you people didn’t find anything on me, not even a single thing? And they still collected ₦10 million from me before releasing me,” he said.
Doubt Over Pursuing Legal Action
When asked if he intended to take legal action against the EFCC, Oladips expressed skepticism about the possibility of getting justice.
“Who is my father? At the end of the day, who is my father? It’s just me and my truth. It’s not something I will want to pursue. I don’t even know how the system works,” he stated.
The rapper maintained that his hands were clean and that the ₦10 million payment was unjustified.
“They collected money from me before releasing me. They didn’t find anything on me. So what was the money for? What was all that stress and suffering for? It’s just Nigeria. Nigeria happened to me,” he concluded.
Public Reaction and EFCC’s Silence
As of the time of this report, the EFCC has not issued any official statement responding to the allegations.
The claims have generated widespread reactions on social media, where many Nigerians expressed frustration over recurring reports of alleged misconduct by law enforcement agencies. Several users shared similar experiences of alleged harassment and extortion by EFCC operatives during midnight raids and routine checks.
Some commenters defended the agency’s operations, arguing that details of Oladips’ account appeared inconsistent, while others called for an internal investigation to ensure transparency and accountability.
The controversy adds to ongoing public debate about the credibility and operational methods of the EFCC, particularly concerning its handling of cybercrime-related arrests and its treatment of young Nigerians and entertainers.
Observers say the allegations, if proven true, could further damage public confidence in Nigeria’s anti-graft institutions, which are already battling criticism over selective enforcement and human rights violations.
For now, both fans and rights advocates await an official response from the EFCC regarding Oladips’ claims — a case that continues to stir conversations about justice, accountability, and the rule of law in Nigeria.