EFCC investigates suspect arrested with $212,200 in fake US currency in Kano

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has launched an investigation into Usaini Ibrahim, who was arrested in Kano with counterfeit United States currency valued at $212,200.

Ibrahim was apprehended on September 3, 2026, by operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) along Maiduguri Road. Following the discovery of the fake notes, the NDLEA handed the suspect and the exhibits over to the EFCC Kano Zonal Directorate.

Acting Zonal Director Friday S. Ebelo reaffirmed the commission’s commitment to combating counterfeit currency and fraudulent schemes. He specifically warned the public against ‘money doubling’ scams that utilize counterfeit notes to defraud victims. Ibrahim remains in custody pending the conclusion of investigations and subsequent court arraignment.