A Nigerian man has sparked conversations on social media after revealing a surprising message scribbled on a ₦200 note he received as change from a commercial bus conductor.
The unusual discovery quickly gained traction online, leaving many amused, puzzled, and curious about the origin of the inscription.
Passenger Shares Odd Experience on X
The man, identified as Lola Okunrin on X (formerly Twitter), shared that he had boarded a public bus and received the ₦200 note as part of his change.
Upon examining the note, he noticed handwriting on it, prompting him to post about the strange encounter online.
Expressing disbelief, he wrote, “A lot of you are insane. This is the 200 Naira change the conductor gave me this morning. Like why?”
Message on Naira Note Raises Eyebrows
In the photo he shared, the ₦200 note carries a handwritten message that reads: “If you see this money, your life as good.”
The cryptic message left many users baffled, with some jokingly calling it a ‘mysterious blessing,’ while others questioned the motive behind writing it on currency.
The incident stirred humorous exchanges online, as Nigerians reacted with laughter, memes, and varied interpretations of the message.
CBN Warns Against Defacing Currency
Despite the light-hearted reactions, the situation also revived conversations about maintaining the sanctity of the Nigerian currency.
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has repeatedly emphasized that writing on or defacing the Naira is illegal and punishable.
The apex bank urges Nigerians to handle banknotes responsibly, stating: “Do not write on the Naira: Avoid writing on banknotes… Do not deface the Naira.”
They also encourage citizens to store money neatly in wallets or purses instead of squeezing or folding notes.
Viral Photo Sparks Reactions
The man shared an image of the marked ₦200 note to support his claim, further fueling online engagement.
Social media users flocked to the post, sharing jokes, theories, and similar experiences with written or unusual messages found on Nigerian currency.
See the photo below;
