The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) swiftly reacted to a viral social media post that mischievously listed its Abuja headquarters for sale as a hotel.
The prank post ignited massive engagement, with users flooding platforms like X (formerly Twitter) with memes, laughs, and shares.
EFCC Showcases Quick Wit in Response
EFCC’s response highlighted the agency’s quick wit.
Turning the joke into an opportunity to engage the public while reaffirming its presence.
This lighthearted exchange underscores Nigerians’ creative use of social media to poke fun at institutions amid ongoing economic and anti-corruption discussions.
@osere_x Lists EFCC HQ as Abuja Hotel for Sale
The user, who goes by the handle @osere_x on 𝕏 (formerly Twitter), had shared an image of the imposing EFCC head office and falsely described it as a “hotel available for sale” in the heart of Abuja.
The post, which has since garnered over 433,000 views, read, “HOTEL AVAILABLE. Location: Abuja.
Price – 800M. Agent fee – 120M. Only serious buyers should DM.”
But rather than ignore the post, the EFCC responded with a cheeky comeback, replying under the post through its verified handle, “Hmmm… You get mind ooo.”
The phrase, a colloquial expression in Nigerian Pidgin English, loosely translates to, “You do have guts.”
EFCC-User Exchange Explodes with Memes, Reactions
The witty exchange exploded in popularity, drawing thousands of reactions, memes, and comments from netizens.
Users praised the poster’s bold audacity in trolling the EFCC by listing its Abuja HQ as a “hotel for sale,” while celebrating the agency’s sharp, humorous response.
This viral moment highlights Nigerians’ love for social media banter, blending satire with institutional shade.
It eased tensions around anti-corruption talks, reminding everyone that humor often cuts through serious discourse online.
User Fires Back: “Na Una Building?” to EFCC Clapback
The social media user shrugged off the EFCC’s clapback, doubling down with cheeky humor: “Na una building?”
This Pidgin retort questioned the agency’s ownership claim, fueling even more laughter and shares across platforms.
The exchange captivated audiences, showcasing the playful resilience of Nigerian netizens against authority.
It turned a simple prank into a cultural moment, blending defiance, wit.
And everyday slang to keep the viral fire burning.
I even think say na KFC,” he wrote, suggesting he mistook the structure for a branch of the fast-food chain Kentucky Fried Chicken (KFC).
