Raphael Johnson
To rest the curiosity and speculations making the rounds, Nigerian actress and film producer Iyabo Ojo has revealed that the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) recently invited her in for questioning regarding the alleged abuse of the Naira at the society wedding of her daughter, Priscilla.
The actress stated that the clarification became necessary because she had received numerous calls and texts from various sources to ascertain her welfare.
Section 21 of the CBN Act, 2007 states that all acts that constitute Naira abuse are punishable by imprisonment for not less than six months or a fine not less than N50,000 or both.
The act further defines the abuse of the Naira as spraying, dancing or stepping on it, selling or trading Naira notes or coins for a higher value, and mutilation, defacement, and soiling of the Naira.
I was asked if I knew this was illegal, and I explained that I thought only abuse or mutilation of the Naira was an offence,” she wrote.She further revealed that the EFCC officials clarified that spraying money, including on people’s bodies, is prohibited.“I was surprised to learn that spraying any currency, including Dollars, is also prohibited.“After questioning, I was allowed to leave the same day, but my lawyer, O.I. Salami, stood in for me as I may be called upon again, she added.
Iyabo also advised Nigerians against spraying any currency to avoid issues with the EFCC.
