The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has released an official statement confirming the arrest of two suspected fraudsters who were found residing in the home of Nigerian singer Skales.
This development came after Skales accused the EFCC of forcibly entering his residence and strongly condemned their actions, referring to the organization as a criminal entity.
In a subsequent statement released on Tuesday, October 10, 2023, the EFCC shared images of the two suspects on social media.
According to the EFCC, these suspects are allegedly involved in internet scams, particularly dating scams. They had been living in Skales’ residence and considered him their mentor.
The EFCC’s statement reads, “The suspects, identified as Udemba Chukwuemeka (a.k.a. Jody) and Jamal Jamiu Onasola (a.k.a. Jamal), were arrested at the residence of musician John Njeng Njeng (a.k.a. Skales).”
“The two suspects, suspected of being involved in a dating scam, described Njeng as their ‘mentor.’ While Chukwuemeka has been in Njeng’s residence for two years, Onasola has only stayed there for a few months.”
The commission has stated that once their investigations are completed, the two men will face charges in court.
This statement from the EFCC comes in response to Skales’ allegations that EFCC agents broke into his home early in the day, causing fear among his household, including his 6-month-old daughter.
Skales expressed his frustration on social media, sharing multiple video clips as evidence. These videos showed EFCC operatives entering the residence and various houses within the compound, armed with hammers and firearms.
In response, the EFCC emphasized that their actions were based on the information they had received.