AGS NEWS – The Federal High Court in Lagos has ordered the permanent forfeiture of properties valued at over N11.14 billion and N1.04 billion belonging to former Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) Governor, Godwin Emefiele, to the Federal Government. Justice … Continue reading Emefiele ordered to permanently forfeit N12bn in properties
AGS NEWS – The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has presented additional evidence against former Central Bank of Nigeria governor, Godwin Emefiele. At the court session on Friday, Emefiele’s lawyer, Olalekan Ojo, requested a postponement to review the new … Continue reading EFCC presents new evidence against Emefiele in court
In the ongoing trial of Godwin Emefiele, the former governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), the first prosecution witness, Ogau Onyeka Michael, testified on Monday, February 12, 2024, before Justice Hamza Muazu of the Federal Capital Territory High … Continue reading Ex-CBN governor Emefiele approved $6.2m for election observers – Witness
A Federal Capital Territory High Court is scheduled to render judgment in the enforcement of a fundamental rights suit filed by the former Central Bank of Nigeria Governor, Godwin Emefiele, on January 8, 2024. Emefiele, who faced prolonged detention, brought … Continue reading Emefiele: Court set to render judgment on fundamental rights suit on January 8
After 151 days in the custody of federal security agencies, the former Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Godwin Emefiele, has been granted bail by a High Court in the Federal Capital Territory. Despite strong opposition from the … Continue reading Abuja court grants Emefiele bail after 151 days in custody
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has adhered to the directive of the High Court of the Federal Capital Territory concerning the case of former Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) Governor, Godwin Emefiele. Emefiele, who has been in government … Continue reading EFCC complies with court order, presents Emefiele in court
Justice Inyang Ekwo of the Federal High Court in Abuja has extended the deadline for former Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Godwin Emefiele, to appear in court to clarify the circumstances regarding a $53 million judgment debt … Continue reading Judge warns of Emefiele’s possible arrest over $53m debt
The former Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) governor, Godwin Emefiele, was released from the custody of the Department of State Services (DSS) on the night of October 26. Shortly after his release, he was taken into custody by operatives of … Continue reading DSS releases Emefiele to EFCC for ongoing interrogation
A Federal High Court in Lagos has dismissed charges of illegal firearm possession against Godwin Emefiele, the suspended Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN). The charges were struck out due to lack of diligent prosecution, following an application … Continue reading Illegal firearm charges against Emefiele dropped by court
The Federal Government has requested the withdrawal of the illegal firearms possession charge against the suspended Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) governor, Godwin Emefiele. The Director of Public Prosecutions at the Federal Ministry of Justice, Mohammed Bakodo Abubakar, presented an … Continue reading FG files fresh charges against Emefiele
The Federal High Court in Lagos has scheduled August 15 for the hearing of an application by Godwin Emefiele, the suspended Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria. He aims to stop his trial by the Federal Government through the … Continue reading Emefiele’s case against DSS goes to court on August 15
The suspended Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria, Godwin Emefiele, received bail in the sum of N20 million with one surety of the same amount from the Federal High Court in Lagos State on Tuesday. He pleaded not guilty … Continue reading Emefiele granted N20m bail by court
A tense showdown occurred at the Federal High Court in Lagos between the Department of State Services (DSS) and the Nigeria Correctional Service (NCS) over the custody of the suspended Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) Governor, Godwin Emefiele. The Federal … Continue reading Drama unfolds as DSS and prison services clash over Emefiele
Federal High Court in Abuja warns of arrest warrant for suspended Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) Governor, Godwin Emefiele, due to his failure to appear in court regarding a $53 million judgment debt related to the Paris Club refund. Justice … Continue reading Court threatens Emefiele with arrest over $53m Paris club refund
The Federal Capital Territory High Court has issued a one-week ultimatum to the Department of State Security Service (DSS) to either charge or release the suspended Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria, Godwin Emefiele. The ruling came as a … Continue reading Court orders DSS to charge or release Emefiele within seven days
Prominent human rights lawyer Femi Falana has called on the Department of State Services (DSS) to expedite their investigation into the cases involving Abdulrasheed Bawa, the suspended Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), and Godwin Emefiele, the … Continue reading Falana calls on DSS to speed up investigation into Emefiele and Bawa cases
President Bola Tinubu expressed his dissatisfaction with the state of Nigeria’s financial system under the leadership of Godwin Emefiele, the suspended Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), stating that it was “rotten.” Tinubu ordered an investigation into Emefiele’s … Continue reading Tinubu condemns state of Nigeria’s financial system and discusses Emefiele’s arrest
Suspended CBN Governor Godwin Emefiele’s potential flight from the country if granted bail was emphasized by the Department of State Services (DSS) in the Federal Capital Territory High Court on Tuesday. The Attorney General of the Federation also supported the … Continue reading Emefiele will flee if granted bail – DSS
Suspended CBN Governor, Godwin Emefiele, Takes Legal Action for Freedom: Godwin Emefiele, the suspended Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria, has initiated steps to secure his release from the custody of the Department of State Services (DSS) while awaiting … Continue reading Emefiele spends seven nights in custody, Bawa also faces bribery and asset sale questioning
Federal High Court Orders DSS to Grant Godwin Emefiele Access to Lawyers and Family A Federal High Court in Abuja has issued a directive to the Department of State Services (DSS) and its Director-General, instructing them to immediately allow the … Continue reading Court orders DSS to grant Emefiele access to lawyers and family
Following the suspension of the Central Bank Governor, Godwin Emefiele, the Nigerian stock market experienced a surge, reaching its highest level since July 2008. Investors are speculating on a potential currency devaluation, which contributed to the rise in the main … Continue reading Nigerian stock market soars to a 15 year high following suspension of Emefiele
Suspended Central Bank Governor, Godwin Emefiele, has had his passport confiscated by the Department of State Services (DSS). As part of their ongoing investigation into his office and the planned financial sector reforms, the DSS may also conduct searches of … Continue reading DSS confiscates Emefiele’s passport and prepares to search his home and office
The Niger Delta Rights Advocates (NDRA), a non-governmental organization (NGO), has criticized the arrest of Godwin Emefiele, the suspended governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), stating that it is a violation of the rule of law. The Department … Continue reading Niger Delta group criticizes Emefiele’s arrest as violation of rule of law
Godwin Emefiele, the suspended Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), is reportedly being held in custody by the Department of State Services (DSS). The suspension was announced by Willie Bassey, a Director in the Office of the Secretary … Continue reading Emefiele lands in DSS custody following suspension by Tinubu
President Bola Tinubu has taken the decision to suspend Godwin Emefiele from his position as the governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN). The suspension was announced by Willie Bassey, the Director of Information in the Office of the … Continue reading Tinubu suspends CBN governor
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