Authorities in Nigeria say they are considering a tougher cashless policy as part of efforts to tackle kidnapping for ransom.
Officials believe limiting large cash amounts could make it harder for criminal gangs to collect ransom payments.
But critics warn the move could also affect millions of Nigerians who rely on cash for daily transactions.
Kidnapping for ransom payments has become a thriving criminal enterprise in Nigeria.
Many believe a tougher cashless policy could disrupt the flow of ransom money and make it harder for criminal gangs to operate.
–SABC–
