New note in nigeria

You're referring to the new naira note in Nigeria!

Yes, the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) introduced a new naira note series in November 2021, featuring enhanced security features to combat counterfeiting and improve the overall quality of the currency.

The new naira notes are:

  1. N50 note: Features a portrait of Dr. Nnamdi Azikiwe, a Nigerian statesman and philosopher.
  2. N100 note: Features a portrait of Dr. Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu, a Nigerian statesman and leader of the Biafran secessionist movement.
  3. N200 note: Features a portrait of Muhammadu Buhari, the current President of Nigeria.
  4. N500 note: Features a portrait of Dr. Olufunmilayo Ransome-Kuti, a Nigerian educationist and women's rights activist.
  5. N1000 note: Features a portrait of Dr. Nnamdi Azikiwe, a Nigerian statesman and philosopher.

The new notes have several security features, including:

  1. Watermark: A transparent image of the portrait of the featured personality is embedded in the paper.
  2. Security thread: A thin strip of paper with a unique pattern that glows under ultraviolet light.
  3. Raised print: The numerals and letters on the note have a raised texture, making it easier to identify.
  4. Microprinting: Tiny text is printed on the note, which is difficult to reproduce.
  5. Color-shifting ink: The colors on the note change when viewed from different angles.

The introduction of the new naira notes aims to improve the efficiency of the Nigerian economy, reduce the circulation of counterfeit currency, and enhance the overall quality of the country's currency.