Witness Details Oddiri's Facebook Video Blackmail of EFCC Chairman
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- •The witness appeared in court on February 26, 2026, to testify about the blackmail attempt.
- •Oddiri allegedly used videos posted on Facebook as leverage against the EFCC chairman.
- •The case is a defamation lawsuit involving the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission chairman.
- •The testimony was given under the supervision of Nigeria's State Security Service (SSS).
What Could Happen If...
- ▸If the court finds Oddiri guilty of blackmail Oddiri could face criminal penalties, reinforcing the authority of the EFCC and deterring similar actions against government officials.
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