Persecondnews reports that Aisha had shared a statement purportedly emanating from the CBN on all her verified social media platforms that the apex bank had extended the use of the three old notes by 70 days.
Her statement said: “Due to the current and unpleasant situation happening in Nigeria, in line with Mr. president, after having a closed meeting with him on the 20th of February, 2023, Central Bank Of Nigeria (CBN) has been directed to ONLY reissue and recirculate the old N200, N500 and N1000 banknotes and this is expected to circulate as legal tender for 70 days up to May 1, 2023.
“Members of the public should therefore continue to spend the old notes. Media practitioners are advised to PLEASE spread out this helpful information to the public.”
The statement was purportedly signed by Osita Nwanisobi, the Director, Corporate Communications of the CBN.
But the CBN has countered the Aisha’s statement through a rebuttal and declaring the statement as fake news.
“Members of the public should therefore disregard any message and/or information not formally released by the Central Bank of Nigeria on this subject.
“Media practitioners are advised to PLEASE verify any information from the correct sources before publication.”
