CBN Debunks Naira Scarcity, Says Working To Ensure Seamless Cash Circulation
Written by Adeola Ibrahim on November 3, 2023
The Central Bank of Nigeria on Thursday debunked rumours of naira scarcity in the country, amid reports that there is no sufficient cash circulation in some commercial banks nationwide.
CBN in a statement by its spokesman, Isa AbdulMumin, blamed some customers for panic withdrawal using the Automated Teller Machines (ATMs).
AbdulMumin, however, assured that the apex bank was working to ensure the seamless circulation of cash nationwide.
“While we note the concerns of Nigerians on the availability of cash for financial transactions, we wish to assure the public that there is sufficient stock of currency notes for economic activities in the country,” the statement read.
“The branches of the CBN across the country are also working to ensure the seamless circulation of cash in their respective states of operation.”
The apex bank also urged Nigerians to “guard against panic withdrawals,” assuring that “there is sufficient stock to facilitate economic activities.”
Press Release: We Have Sufficient Stock of Currency Notes pic.twitter.com/vYf0GMpZLN
— Central Bank of Nigeria (@cenbank) November 2, 2023
