Operatives of the Benin Zonal Command of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC)⁷ have arrested three people for spraying naira notes during a burial.
The EFCC disclosed this in a statement posted on their X handle on Friday.
The statement partly read, “The suspects were arrested following credible intelligence on their suspected involvement in naira abuse.
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“They were arrested in Asaba, Delta State at a burial ceremony allegedly spraying naira notes on a celebrant.
“The EFCC added that the suspects will be charged in court once investigations are concluded.
Meanwhile, this arrest is coming amidst a continued crackdown by the commission on the those abusing the naira, as spraying and mishandling of banknotes are considered offences under Nigerian law.
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