CBN DEBUNKS FAKE NEWS ON NEW N5,000 AND N10,000 BANKNOTES.(PHOTO).

Image
  The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has dismissed a viral claim circulating on social media about the introduction of new ₦5,000 and ₦10,000 banknotes, labeling it as fake news. The claim, which included fabricated images of the supposed new denominations featuring Dr. Nnamdi Azikiwe and Chief Obafemi Awolowo, falsely stated that the new notes would enter circulation from May 1, 2025. In a statement on its verified Facebook account, the CBN clarified that the content is not from the bank and directed the public to its official website, (www.cbn.gov.ng), for authentic information. The bank warned against spreading misinformation regarding monetary policies and urged Nigerians to rely only on official statements from its verified channels. The CBN reaffirmed that any major policy decision, including the introduction of new banknotes, would be announced through its official platforms. The public is advised to remain cautious and verify financial information from credible sources befor...

FIRE DESTROYS GOODS AT TN UZOKA PLAZA IN EKE-AWKA MARKET. (PHOTOS).



Fire Destroys Goods At TN Uzoka Plaza In EkeAwka Market


Goods worth millions of Naira in a shop situated at the extreme second floor of TN Uzoka Plaza, EkeAwka have been completely damaged by fire yesterday evening. 


The incident which also affected the rooftops of some shops at the same floor was contained following the quick response of the Anambra State Fire Service.


The affected shop was stocked with phone accessories including batteries that were highly explosive. 


As at the time of filing this report, the cause of the fire incident is yet to be ascertained. 


But initial predictions suggests it might be from a power surge. 


Speaking with the Manager Director of Anambra State Fire Service, Chief Martins Agbili, he said:  "at about 7.25 this evening, I got a distress call that there is a fire at this plaza and immediately I deployed my men, the state fire fighters to safe the situation.


"Getting into this place, the shop that contained different kinds of phone accessories was completely burnt, but with efforts of my men we extinguished the fire and prevented it from affecting other shops, though it affected some roofings. The cause could not be ascertained but we suspected power surge and after our findings by tomorrow we will know the actual cause and loses". 


In appreciation Chief Agbili, thanked the public for fighting the fire before the arrival of the state fire fighters. "The masses were very good to us as they were assisting to help us get to the second floor. I therefore urge the residents of Anambra to always contact the fire service during emergencies.

More photos below. 






Comments

Popular posts from this blog

INNOSON GIVES OUT BRAND NEW IVM G5 AND SALARY FOR LIFE TO THE MAN WHO PROPHESIED ABOUT HIS VEHICLE MANUFACTURING IN 1979.(PHOTO).

SHAKIRA COVERS WOMEN'S HEALTH MAGAZINE,APRIL ISSUE.

ACTOR BABA IJESHA APPEALS FIVE-YEAR JAIL SENTENCE FOR SEXUAL ASSAULT. (PHOTO).