Murja Kunya, a controversial TikTok star from Kano, has been sentenced to six months in prison after pleading guilty to abusing the Naira in a viral video.
- Kunya danced, sprayed, and stepped on Naira notes in a December 2023 video.
- Her actions violated Section 21(1) of the CBN Act, 2007.
- Arrested in January 2025 but went into hiding before rearrest in March.
- She pleaded guilty and was sentenced to an option of ₦50,000 fine.
- The court also named her an ambassador for CBN and EFCC campaigns against currency abuse.
Murja’s case shines a light on how social media clout can quickly turn into legal trouble. The video that brought her attention also brought consequences, with the court using her fame to spread a message about respecting national symbols like the currency. It's a reminder that influence carries responsibility, especially when laws are at stake.
Could this mark a new era of public accountability for influencers? Or will it stir more debate on how far the law should go on social media content?
