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Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has rearrested a Kano-based TikToker, Murja Ibrahim Kunya, for allegedly abusing the naira notes.
The anti-graft agency via its official handle on X disclosed that the online sensation was apprehended on Sunday in Kano for allegedly mutilating the naira notes by “spraying them for fun” at a hotel.
The EFCC further noted that Kunya had been granted bail after her initial arrest in January but jumped bail and evaded court proceedings which prompted her rearrest.
The EFCC warned Nigerians against abusing the naira, adding that TikToker is currently in custody awaiting arraignment while
“Operatives of the Kano Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, have arrested popular TikTok influencer, Murja Ibrahim Kunya, for allegedly abusing and mutilating the Naira,” the post 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.
“The EFCC reiterates its commitment to enforcing laws protecting the integrity of the Nigerian currency and warned against acts of abuse including spraying, stamping, or mutilating the currency during social events.”
