The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission has dismissed as false a viral video alleging a ₦50 billion bribery scandal, describing the content as fabricated and, in parts, artificially generated to mislead the public.
In a statement issued on Monday, the commission said the widely circulated video has no connection to the agency and does not reflect any ongoing investigation.
ICPC spokesperson, J. Okor Odey, said the images, names and claims presented in the footage were entirely fictitious. He noted that some elements of the video appeared to have been generated using artificial intelligence to deceive unsuspecting viewers.
“The images, names and content in the video are fabricated and, in some instances, AI-generated, designed solely to mislead members of the public,” Odey said.
The anti-corruption agency stressed that it has not issued any report or statement supporting the allegations contained in the video, including claims linking any individual, Senior Advocate of Nigeria, group of lawyers or judicial officer to the purported bribery scandal.
“For the avoidance of doubt, the ICPC is not investigating any individual, SAN, group of lawyers or judicial officer in connection with the fictitious ₦50 billion bribe referenced in the video. No such case, transaction or investigation exists within the records of the commission,” the statement added.
The commission warned those responsible for producing and circulating the video to desist immediately, vowing to pursue legal action against offenders.
“The ICPC will not tolerate the misuse of its name and institutional credibility to spread disinformation under the guise of content creation,” Odey said, adding that those involved “will face serious legal consequences.”
The agency urged the public to disregard the video and rely only on its official communication channels for verified information, reaffirming its commitment to credible, evidence-based investigations in line with the law.
