There is raising tension as the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has reportedly sent a letter of invitation to former Niger Delta militant leader, Chief Government Ekpemupolo, popularly known as Tompolo, over allegations of naira abuse and financial misconduct.

According to report from different sources within the anti-graft agency, the letter was delivered earlier this week, and the Commission is currently awaiting Tompolo’s response.

The sources clarified that the invitation is procedural and not an arrest warrant but stressed the EFCC’s expectation of his cooperation.

“An invitation letter has been sent to Tompolo,” one source told Sahara Reporters.

The development follows public outrage over a viral video that emerged in April showing Tompolo celebrating what appeared to be his 54th birthday.

In the video, which trended widely on social media platform X, Tompolo was seen dancing while being sprayed with bundles of ₦1,000 notes.

The EFCC came under heavy criticism after the footage surfaced, with Nigerians accusing the agency of double standards.

Many pointed out that while celebrities like Bobrisky, E-Money, Iyabo Ojo, and comedian AY had faced interrogation or prosecution for similar offences, Tompolo appeared to have been ignored.

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