Nigerian musician and activist Seun Kuti has criticized the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) for focusing more on arresting internet fraudsters, popularly known as “Yahoo boys,” rather than tackling corruption among the country’s political elite.

In a video posted on X (formerly Twitter) on Tuesday, Seun claimed that the EFCC’s priorities are shaped by financial pressure from the American government, which he alleged funds the agency’s cybercrime efforts.

“American government pays them for that. And they have to show American government, not the Nigerian government… You must show the working,” he said, implying that the agency’s frequent arrests of Yahoo boys are done to prove results to international sponsors.

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According to Seun, this emphasis has shifted the EFCC’s focus away from corrupt politicians. “Yahoo boys, EFCC can never stop arresting you. You are more important to them than any politician. Take it from Sehun,” he declared.

He went on to challenge the EFCC chairman to meet with him directly and defend the agency’s priorities, insisting, “Tell me I’m lying that Yahoo boys are no more important to him than politicians. That is his job—to bring in more Yahoo boys.”

Seun didn’t spare the Independent Corrupt Practices Commission (ICPC) either, accusing it of neglecting its role. “ICPC should be the one to go after politicians exclusively. What are they doing? Nothing,” he said.

His remarks have sparked heated reactions online, with many questioning the true focus of Nigeria’s anti-corruption efforts and the role of foreign influence in determining enforcement priorities.

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