The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has rearrested a popular TikTok influencer, Murja Ibrahim Kunya over abuse of Naira.
Kunya’s arrest stemmed from a video that circulated online, showing her spraying Naira notes in a hotel room in Kano.
The EFCC deemed this act a violation of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) Act, which prohibits the abuse and mutilation of the Naira.
The influencer was arrested in January 2025 and was granted administrative bail but failed to appear in court, leading to a renewed pursuit by the EFCC.
After weeks of investigation, Kunya was finally apprehended on March 16, 2025.
The EFCC has emphasized its commitment to protecting the integrity of the Nigerian currency, warning against acts of abuse, including spraying, stamping, or mutilating the Naira during social events.
Kunya is currently in custody, and awaiting arraignment.
EFCC statement reads: “Specifically, Kunya was arrested for allegedly spraying Naira notes for fun during her stay in a hotel room at Tahir Guest Palace in Kano. The arrest followed her diligent pursuit by EFCC operatives after she jumped an administrative bail granted her by the Commission over one month ago.
“She was initially arrested in January 2025 for violating the Central Bank of Nigeria CBN, Act which prohibits the abuse and mutilation of the Naira. She was granted an administrative bail by the Commission pending her arraignment before the Federal High Court in Kano. However, when it was time for her court appearance, Kunya absconded, evading the legal processes
“However, after weeks of intensive investigation and surveillance, EFCC operatives successfully re-arrested the TikTok Influencer on Sunday, March 16, 2025. She was subsequently conveyed to the Kano Zonal Directorate of the Commission, where she is currently in custody awaiting her arraignment”.
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