EFCC arrests Kannywood actress Samha Inuwa

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arrested Kannywood actress Samha Inuwa over alleged abuse of the Nigerian currency.

In a statement issued on Tuesday, EFCC’s spokesperson, Dele Oyewale, said operatives of the commission’s Kano Zonal Directorate apprehended the actress after a video circulated on social media showing her allegedly using naira notes to wipe her nose.

Mr Oyewale said the commission traced Ms Inuwa following the viral clip and subsequently took her into custody for questioning.

“She was seen in a viral video cleaning her nose with naira notes. The commission swung into action, traced and arrested her to answer questions,” the statement said.

The EFCC also said she would charged in court upon the conclusion of investigations.

Section 21(1) of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) Act, 2007, prohibits the spraying, stamping, mutilation, or abuse of the naira.

Also, Section 21(3) of the Act prescribes penalties, including fines and imprisonment, for offenders.