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The Digest:

An APC supporter was cautioned for spraying naira notes during Hausa musician Dauda Rarara's performance at President Bola Tinubu's visit to Adamawa State on Monday, despite Nigeria's laws prohibiting currency abuse. The incident occurred while Rarara performed his hit 'Omo Ologo' in honour of Tinubu, who appeared pleased. An overexcited woman in APC attire sprayed about three notes near the singer before being immediately cautioned. Section 21 of the CBN Act makes spraying, stepping on, or using naira as props illegal, with violators facing penalties. The incident follows recent high-profile prosecutions, including Bobrisky's six-month sentence in April 2024 and Cubana Chief Priest's N10 million bail. Tinubu was in Adamawa to inaugurate projects including model schools across 21 LGAs, an eight-lane underpass, remodelled high court, and new Government House complex.

Key Points:
  • The incident highlights persistent disregard for naira abuse laws despite high-profile prosecutions.
  • It underscores the cultural tension between celebration traditions and legal enforcement.
  • The supporter escaped arrest but was cautioned, while previous offenders faced jail time.
  • This signals the challenge of eradicating deeply embedded money-spraying culture.
  • The timing, during a presidential event, amplifies visibility of the offence.

Despite recent prosecutions of Bobrisky and Cubana Chief Priest, naira spraying persists, with an APC supporter quickly cautioned during Tinubu's Adamawa visit.

Sources: The Punch, CBN Act

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