The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) denies claims that its operatives assaulted or arrested staff members during an incident at the University of Uyo Teaching Hospital (UUTH). Both reports state that the EFCC says the visit was administrative in nature and rejects allegations of mistreatment or unlawful detentions.
The Punch adds that the EFCC has started an internal probe into the incident to determine what happened and ensure accountability. Vanguard similarly reports that the EFCC denies the allegations and maintains that its operatives’ actions were part of an official, non-operational engagement.
No details are provided in the available summaries about the original purpose of the EFCC’s administrative visit, specific individuals allegedly affected, or the findings of the probe. The EFCC’s position, as presented by the outlets, is that it acted within its mandate and disputes the reported accounts of assault and arrests. The internal investigation is described as ongoing.
