The Federal Government has announced a ban on flower cash bouquets ahead of the 2026 Valentine’s Day celebrations, reinforcing existing laws on currency handling and sparking widespread reactions online.
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) reiterated in a public statement that using banknotes to design decorative items such as bouquets, money towers or cash cakes constitutes currency abuse and is illegal under Nigerian law.
According to the apex bank, the practice damages the integrity of the Naira and undermines respect for the national currency. Authorities warned that individuals found engaging in such acts could face legal consequences, including fines or prosecution.
The announcement comes as Valentine’s Day approaches, a period when cash bouquets have become increasingly popular as romantic gifts. Event planners and gift vendors, who often market elaborate money-themed presents, may now have to reconsider their offerings in light of the directive.
The ban has triggered mixed reactions among netizens. See some of the comments below:
One user wrote: “So lovers can no longer profess their love with cash-bouquet. They should make so with the real stuff”
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Another user wrote: “This is another example of tone-deaf policy that targets symbolism instead of addressing real economic issues. Banning “flower cash-bouquets” may make sense from a legal standpoint.
“Currency is meant for transactions, not decorations, but the way this is framed and enforced feels trivial compared to the serious challenges Nigerians face: inflation, unemployment, fuel scarcity, and a crumbling power sector.”