TikToker Arrested After Bold Naira Abuse Sparks EFCC swift Arrest

TikToker Arrested After Bold Naira Abuse Sparks EFCC swift Arrest

TikToker Muhammed Kabir Sa’ad arrested after publicly mocking the law and disrespecting Nigeria’s currency. His quest for viral fame may now land him behind bars.

Muhammed Kabir Sa’ad, known online as @youngcee0066, posted a video where he threw naira notes on the ground, stepped on them, and dared the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to come for him. They did.

The EFCC said its operatives from the Kaduna Zonal Directorate tracked and arrested him in Tudun Wada, a densely populated area in Kaduna State.

In the short video, Sa’ad looked directly at the camera as he insulted the agency in Hausa and trampled on the currency. The act triggered public outrage, and many tagged the EFCC’s social media accounts, demanding action.

“Sa’ad made a video of himself on his TikTok and Instagram accounts (@youngcee0066), where he was seen throwing naira notes on the floor, deliberately stepping on them, and daring EFCC officers in Hausa language to arrest him if they could,” the Commission said in an official statement.

The video quickly spread online, gaining thousands of views before it was taken down. But the damage had already been done.

The EFCC’s statement confirmed that after surveillance and location tracking, agents apprehended him and brought him in for interrogation. He is now in custody and will face charges after investigations are complete.

By law, disrespecting the naira—Nigeria’s legal tender—is a punishable offense under the Central Bank Act. The abuse of currency, whether in physical or digital form, attracts fines, jail terms, or both.

Many social media users, especially youth, often post controversial videos hoping to go viral. But this one crossed the line.

“This is not just content; this is a violation,” a viewer wrote in response to the now-deleted post.

While some tried to defend Sa’ad, most Nigerians expressed concern over the growing trend of criminal stunts in the name of content creation. “What are we teaching our youth? That fame is more important than respect for national values?” a mother asked during a live radio call-in program.

EFCC officials believe Sa’ad’s case is part of a larger issue: the misuse of social media to promote anti-social behavior. “People think these actions will go unnoticed, but we are monitoring,” an EFCC spokesperson told The Gazette News.

The Commission has warned that regardless of how popular a person is, no one will be spared if caught violating national laws.

A legal analyst said Sa’ad’s video could be used as primary evidence. “He filmed and posted it himself. It’s a clear case of self-incrimination,” said Barrister Ada Ibeh.

With investigations ongoing, Sa’ad could face a court hearing soon. His arrest has become a cautionary tale for young Nigerians who are chasing clout at the expense of legality and common sense.

The EFCC says it remains committed to upholding financial laws and protecting the dignity of the Nigerian currency. “We must defend our naira. Anyone who tramples on it will face justice,” the agency stated.

Meanwhile, civil society groups have called for more digital education and discipline among content creators. “Before you hit record, ask yourself—is this legal?” said one youth advocate in Abuja.

Sa’ad may have thought he was creating entertaining content. Instead, he created evidence for his arrest.

For now, the young man who mocked the EFCC must await his fate in court, where the law—not likes—will determine the outcome.