The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission has dismissed as false a viral video alleging a ₦50bn bribery scandal, describing it as fabricated and partly generated using artificial intelligence to mislead the public.
In a statement issued on Monday by its spokesperson, J. Okor Odey, the commission said the video, which has gained traction on social media, bears no connection to the agency or any of its ongoing activities.
The ICPC stressed that it had not issued any report or statement supporting the claims contained in the footage, including allegations linking unnamed individuals, Senior Advocates of Nigeria, lawyers, or judicial officers to the purported bribery deal.
“The images, names and content in the video are fabricated and, in some instances, AI-generated, designed solely to mislead unsuspecting members of the public,” the statement read.
The commission further clarified that no investigation relating to a ₦50bn bribe exists in its records.
“For the avoidance of doubt, the ICPC is not investigating any individual, SAN, group of lawyers or judicial officer in connection with the fictitious ₦50bn bribe referenced in the video. No such case, transaction or investigation exists within the commission,” it added.
Raising concerns over the spread of disinformation, the anti-graft agency warned those responsible for producing and circulating the video to desist, vowing to pursue legal action against perpetrators.
“The ICPC will not tolerate the misuse of its name and institutional credibility to spread disinformation in the name of content creation. Those involved will face serious legal consequences,” Odey said.
The commission urged the public to disregard the video and rely only on its official communication channels for verified information, reaffirming its commitment to conducting credible, evidence-based investigations in line with the law.
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