The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has secured the conviction of popular singer Hamisu Breaker and TikTok star Abubakar Ibrahim, also known as G Fresh, for abusing the Nigerian currency, Naira. The duo was arraigned before the Federal High Court in Kano, presided over by Justice Sale Musa Shuaibu.
Details of the Offense
- *Hamisu Breaker:* The singer was found guilty of spraying ₦200 denomination notes totaling about ₦30,000 at a party in Hadejia, Jigawa State.
- *G Fresh:* The TikTok influencer was convicted for spraying bundles of ₦1,000 notes during a shop opening celebration in the Tarauni area of Kano State.
Sentence
Both Hamisu Breaker and G Fresh pleaded guilty to the charges and were subsequently sentenced to five months imprisonment or a fine of ₦200,000 each. The court's decision serves as a warning to other public figures and citizens who might engage in similar practices ¹ ².
Implications
The EFCC's crackdown on Naira abuse highlights the importance of respecting the country's currency. The conviction of these well-known entertainers sends a strong message about the seriousness with which authorities view currency abuse, regardless of social status or popularity ³.
Related Cases
The EFCC has been actively enforcing the Central Bank of Nigeria Act, which prohibits the abuse and mutilation of the Naira. In a similar case, social media influencer Murja Ibrahim Kunya was convicted and sentenced for spraying Naira notes during a hotel stay in Kano ⁴.
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