The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has clarified the status of N100 banknotes. According the apex bank, the N100 note remains a legal tender.
This clarification was issued in a statement signed by Mrs. Hakama Sidi-Ali, Ag. Director, Corporate Communication of CBN
The apex Bank spokesperson said, “The attention of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has been drawn to reports of the rejection of the standard ₦100 banknote by some members of the public, businesses, and other stakeholders, apparently due to doubts about its continued legal tender status.
She added, “For the avoidance of doubt, the CBN hereby reiterates that both the commemorative ₦100 banknote and the standard ₦100 banknote remain legal tender in Nigeria and must be accepted for all transactions nationwide. The commemorative ₦100 banknote, which was introduced to mark Nigeria’s centenary, did not replace the existing standard ₦100 banknote.”
Furthermore, “The CBN strongly cautions individuals, businesses, financial institutions, and other economic agents against rejecting the standard ₦100 banknote. Such rejection constitutes a violation of the provisions of the CBN Act and undermines confidence in the national currency. The Bank will not hesitate to apply appropriate enforcement
measures against any person or entity found to be in breach.”
The CBN spokesperson said, “The Bank remains committed to safeguarding the integrity of the Naira, ensuring confidence in all duly issued banknotes, and promoting smooth currency circulation across the country.
Accordingly, members of the public are urged to accept and transact with all banknotes legally issued by the Central Bank of Nigeria, the statement said.
For further clarification, members of the public have also been advised to contact the CBN through its official communication channels.