EFCC Clears Pastor Jerry Eze of Money Laundering Claims

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), led by Chairman Ola Olukoyede, conducted a six-month investigation into Pastor Jerry Eze, the founder of the Stream of Joy International, following money laundering claims triggered by intelligence reports. These reports indicated a significant inflow of foreign currency into Eze's domiciliary account, which raised suspicions.

During the investigation, the EFCC invited Eze for questioning, and upon reviewing the findings, they concluded that there was no wrongdoing. Olukoyede, speaking at a business grant award ceremony in Abuja, commended Eze and clarified that the investigation was not a financial crime probe but rather a precautionary measure.

He stressed the importance of religious institutions maintaining integrity and not serving as covers for illicit activities, urging clerics to reflect righteousness in their practices.