Keeping Wrongly Deposited Money Attracts 5–10 Years’ Jail Term – CBN Warns Nigerians
Keeping Wrongly Deposited Money Attracts 5–10 Years’ Jail Term – CBN Warns Nigerians
The Central Bank of Nigeria, on Thursday, warned Nigerians that failing to refund wrongly deposited money to the rightful owner attracts 5-10 years’ imprisonment, and cautioned bank customers against sharing their personal details with fraudsters.
The CBN Governor, Olayemi Cardoso, who explained that the act falls under financial crimes that attract severe punishment, gave the warning during the stakeholders’ meeting themed, “Central Bank of Nigeria Listens Programme,” held at Jogor Event Centre, Ibadan, Oyo State.
Cardoso, who spoke through Hakama Sidi Ali, said the CBN was committed to financial stability and the protection of customers’ rights.
He said, “Obtaining information relating to another person(s) account through fraudulent means attracts severe penalties. A customer who fails to refund wrongly deposited money to the rightful owner attracts 5-10 years’ imprisonment.
“The CBN Listens Programme is one of our flagship platforms for direct interaction with stakeholders across the country. It reflects our conviction that effective policy formulation and implementation must be supported by continuous dialogue and mutual understanding, and constructive feedback from the people and institutions we serve.
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“The theme, ‘Towards a Robust, Resilient and Inclusive Financial System for Sustainable Economic Growth,’ is both timely and significant as Nigeria continues to navigate a rapidly evolving economy and financial landscape. The CBN remains steadfast in its mandate of ensuring monetary and financial system stability while promoting confidence in the economy.”
“Recent years have witnessed significant reforms aimed at restoring macroeconomic stability, strengthening financial markets, enhancing transparency, deepening financial inclusion and positioning Nigeria for sustainable growth. These priorities align with the bank’s strategic objectives of promoting a robust, sound and inclusive financial system that leverages innovation to enhance Nigeria’s competitiveness.
“To achieve these objectives, the bank has undertaken far-reaching reforms designed to strengthen the resilience and integrity of the Nigerian financial system. Over the past 38 months, the governor has pursued bold and pragmatic reforms to lay the foundation for Nigeria’s next economic phase, promoting inclusive growth and wealth creation to alleviate poverty.”
