The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission has dismissed as false a viral video alleging a ₦50 billion bribery scandal, describing the content as fabricated and, in parts, artificially generated to mislead the public.

In a statement issued on Monday, the commission said the video, which has been widely circulated online, has no connection whatsoever to the agency and does not reflect any ongoing investigation.

“The images, names, and content in the video are fabricated and, in some instances, AI-generated, designed solely to mislead unsuspecting members of the public,” said ICPC spokesperson J. Okor Odey.

The anti-corruption body stressed that it has not issued any report or statement backing the claims in the video, including the alleged involvement of any individual, Senior Advocate of Nigeria, group of lawyers, or judicial officer.

“For the avoidance of doubt, the ICPC is not investigating any individual, SAN, group of lawyers, or judicial officer in connection with the fictitious ₦50 billion bribe referenced in the video. No such case, transaction, or investigation exists within the records of the commission,” the statement added.

The commission warned those behind the production and circulation of the video to cease immediately, vowing to take decisive legal action against perpetrators.

“The ICPC will not tolerate the misuse of its name and institutional credibility to spread disinformation in the name of ‘content creation”, Odey said, adding that those responsible “will face serious legal consequences.”

The agency urged members of the public to disregard the video and rely only on its official communication channels for verified information, reiterating its commitment to “credible, evidence-based investigations in line with the law.” (PUNCH)