New 5000 naira notes
You're referring to the newly redesigned 5,000 Naira banknote!
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) introduced the new 5,000 Naira note on June 24, 2021, as part of its efforts to upgrade the country's currency and reduce counterfeiting.
Here are some interesting facts about the new 5,000 Naira note:
- Design: The note features a portrait of Muhammadu Buhari, the current President of Nigeria, on the obverse (front side). The reverse (back side) features a portrait of Queen Amina of Zaria, a renowned queen of the Hausa Kingdom.
- Security features: The note has several advanced security features to prevent counterfeiting, including:
- A transparent window with a hologram image of the Central Bank of Nigeria's logo.
- A 3D image of the Nigerian coat of arms that shifts from left to right when the note is tilted.
- A watermarked image of the President's portrait that appears when the note is held against light.
- A unique serial number that is printed in a special font.
- Color scheme: The note has a predominantly blue and green color scheme, with a subtle texture to make it easier to distinguish from other denominations.
- Size: The note is slightly larger than the previous 5,000 Naira note, measuring 137 mm x 72 mm.
The introduction of the new 5,000 Naira note is expected to improve the efficiency of cash transactions in Nigeria and reduce the use of fake currency.