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In a post shared on their official social media page, the EFCC described the information as a "false narrative" and urged the public to disregard it.
The viral claim had alleged that the EFCC discovered $800 million, ₦700 billion in cash, and drugs worth ₦1 trillion during a raid on Bello El-Rufai’s Kaduna residence. This story circulated widely on social media, drawing significant attention and controversy.
Bello El-Rufai has since filed a lawsuit against the blogger who initially spread the false news, accusing her of defamation and cyberbullying. The case has also been reported to the Nigerian Police Force for further action.
This incident highlights the dangers of spreading unverified information online, a concern echoed by platforms like PrudentJ2, which advocate for responsible journalism and accurate reporting.
The EFCC has assured the public that there is no truth to the allegations and emphasized the need for fact-checking before sharing such claims.
