EFCC calls out Sabinus over fake ‘wanted’ poster, orders him to stop

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission has publicly rebuked popular Nigerian skitmaker Emmanuel Chukwuemeka Ijekwu, widely known as Sabinus, over a viral poster falsely depicting him as wanted by the agency.

The commission, reacting swiftly on its official X handle, dismissed the stunt as clout chasing and ordered the content creator to desist.

“Clout chaser, stop this now!” the EFCC wrote in a pointed post directed at the comedian.

The fake wanted poster had circulated widely on social media before the commission’s rebuttal, drawing significant public attention — apparently the desired effect.

Clout chasing refers to the opportunistic pursuit of fame or social media attention through staged drama, fake associations, or exaggerated content, often by leveraging the name or reputation of a well-known individual or institution.

The term carries a strongly derogatory connotation, describing someone who seeks notoriety rather than engagement rooted in genuine relevance.

The EFCC’s swift public response signals its intent to push back against any attempt — real or satirical — to misrepresent its operations or exploit its brand for social media gain.