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Abuja, Nigeria – Controversial musician Seun Kuti has stirred a fresh debate, alleging that the relentless pursuit of “Yahoo Boys” (internet fraudsters) by Nigeria’s Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) is driven by financial incentives from the American government. Kuti claims the US government pays the EFCC to apprehend these fraudsters, prompting the anti-graft agency’s sustained focus to justify the received funds.

While Kuti’s specific claim of direct payments for “Yahoo Boy” arrests remains unverified, investigations reveal a broader, well-documented history of the US government providing significant support to Nigerian anti-corruption agencies, including the EFCC.

The United States has consistently expressed its commitment to assisting Nigeria in its fight against corruption and financial crimes. This assistance often comes in various forms, including:

* Capacity Building and Training: US agencies like the FBI and Department of Justice regularly offer training programs, technical assistance, and mentorship to EFCC and other anti-corruption bodies like the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC). These programs aim to enhance investigative, prosecutorial, and asset recovery capabilities.

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* Asset Repatriation Agreements: The US Department of Justice, in collaboration with the Nigerian government, has entered into agreements to repatriate millions of dollars in forfeited corruption proceeds to Nigeria. For instance, recent agreements have seen the return of substantial sums, with explicit stipulations for these funds to be used for development projects and counter-terrorism efforts, subject to transparent oversight.

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* International Cooperation: The EFCC actively collaborates with international partners, including INTERPOL and French authorities, on cross-border financial crime investigations, asset tracking, and cybersecurity. This collaboration often involves shared intelligence and coordinated efforts.

However, the nature of this assistance is typically focused on strengthening the overall institutional capacity of these agencies and facilitating the return of stolen assets, rather than direct payments tied to specific arrest quotas.

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Kuti’s allegation, while lacking concrete evidence of a direct per-arrest payment scheme, taps into a public sentiment that sometimes questions the motivations behind law enforcement operations. His statement implicitly suggests a transactional relationship that could undermine public trust in the EFCC’s independence and its anti-corruption mandate.

The EFCC, established in 2003, is mandated to investigate, prosecute, and prevent economic and financial crimes. While it receives its primary funding from Nigeria’s annual federal budget, it acknowledges receiving “technical support from international partners and donor agencies.”The debate ignited by Seun Kuti highlights the ongoing scrutiny of anti-corruption efforts in Nigeria and the complex dynamics of international partnerships in combating transnational financial crimes. While the US government’s support for Nigerian anti-corruption agencies is clear, the direct link between that support and the relentless pursuit of “Yahoo Boys” as alleged by Kuti remains a point of contention that warrants further clarification from both Nigerian and American authorities.

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