Clash Between Former NHRC Director-General and EFCC Over Bobrisky's Arrest Sparks Controversy

Tension arose between Chidi Odinkalu, former Director-General of the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC), and the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) over the arrest and arraignment of crossdresser Bobrisky. Odinkalu voiced his disapproval of Bobrisky's treatment in a post on social media, linking it to the recent electricity price hike in Nigeria, suggesting misplaced priorities on the part of the authorities.

The EFCC, feeling offended by Odinkalu's remarks, issued a statement condemning his commentary, labeling it as unbecoming of a former government official and threatening legal action. They justified Bobrisky's arrest based on allegations of financial misconduct.

In response to the EFCC's statement, Odinkalu fired back, accusing the commission of being "shameless" and "idle," asserting that their actions constitute an abuse of power. He criticized the EFCC's priorities, implying that they are focusing on trivial matters while neglecting more significant issues.

The exchange between Odinkalu and the EFCC underscores broader tensions surrounding law enforcement, freedom of expression, and the perceived misuse of state power in Nigeria.