How to identify fake new Naira note – A graphical explanation

So that Nigerians don’t fall victims to fake Naira notes, the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), has released the security features of the redesigned Naira notes.

There had been growing concerns among Nigerians about the possibility of duplicitous elements taking advantage of the situation by counterfeiting the new notes.

This release of the security features, however, comes as a relief for everyone.

The public security features of the new ₦200, 500, and ₦1,000 banknotes as released by the apex bank of the country can be seen in the explanatory photos below:

Identifying fake new ₦1,000 note

Identifying fake new ₦500 note

Identifying fake new ₦200 note

The current series of ₦200, ₦500 and ₦1,000 notes remain legal tender until the deadline of January 31, 2023.

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