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The Emefiele Mystery: EFCC Witness Testifies Former CBN Governor Denied Approving $6.2 Million Cash Withdrawal!.
During cross-examination at the Federal Capital Territory High Court on Thursday, a key witness for the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) stated that there is no evidence linking former Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) Governor, Godwin Emefiele, to the alleged theft of $6.23 million.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Emefiele is being prosecuted by the EFCC before Justice Hamza Muazu over alleged procurement fraud and abuse of office.
The witness, who led the police investigation into the former CBN governor, admitted that investigators found no evidence that the money was paid to Emefiele either in cash or through bank transfer by those who admitted collecting or stealing the funds.
He told the court that none of the persons interviewed or investigated in connection with the money stated that Emefiele benefited from the transaction in any way.
According to Eloho, Emefiele, in his statement to investigators, denied approving or authorising the release of the money to anyone.
The police commissioner also said the former CBN governor denied receiving any letter from the then Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Boss Mustapha, or acting on any such letter in relation to the alleged withdrawal.
“I recall that on December 13, 2023, we were at Kuje correctional centre, where the defendant made his statement in relation to his office on the $6.2 million.
“He was confronted with the issue of the money, his approval and authorisation for the release of the money.
“In the process, the defendant denied that he signed for the approval or release of the money.
“The defendant also denied receiving any letter from SGF. He also stated that the signature on the documents that related to the approval and release of the money was not his,” the witness said.
Eloho told the court that one Jibril Abubakar appeared before the investigation panel and admitted collecting the $6.2m from the Abuja branch of the CBN.
He added that although Abubakar claimed to be a staff member in the Office of the SGF, an investigation later revealed that he was never an employee of the office.
The witness further stated that despite Abubakar’s alleged confession, he was not aware that the suspect was standing trial in any court.
He also said one Bashirudeen Maishanu, a staff member of the CBN, was interrogated and allegedly confessed to being among those who stole the money.
Eloho said he was also not aware of Maishanu’s trial, adding that he would be shocked if the CBN promoted him despite his alleged confession.
When confronted with several exhibits, including correspondence exchanged during the processing, approval and release of the funds, the witness admitted that protocol was breached within the management hierarchy of the CBN.
He said that under normal circumstances, correspondence from the CBN governor ought to pass to the deputy governor before moving down the administrative chain.
Answering questions on the statement made by former SGF Boss Mustapha to investigators, Eloho said it was the special investigator, Jim Obaze, who was present when Mustapha claimed that his signature was forged.
On the forensic examination conducted on Mustapha’s signature to verify the alleged forgery, the witness admitted that it would have been desirable to conduct a similar forensic examination on Emefiele’s signature.
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ed An UnpUnmatched Productivity: Akpabio Stated That President Tinubu Has commissionrecedented Number Of Projects Nationwide.
Senate President Godswill Akpabio has characterized President Bola Tinubu as a “miracle worker,” claiming that his volume of commissioned projects within his first three years in office is unprecedented in Nigeria’s history. Speaking on behalf of the President at the inauguration of the Old Keffi Road—a project marking Tinubu’s three-year milestone—Akpabio emphasized the government’s success in developing infrastructure in satellite towns. He further encouraged Nigerians to evaluate the President’s performance based on his long-standing track record of delivering results, dating back to his tenure as the Governor of Lagos State, as the primary benchmark for the 2027 presidential election.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
During the commissioning of the Old Keffi Road in the FCT, Senate President Godswill Akpabio highlighted the following points regarding President Tinubu’s administration:
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Unmatched Project Delivery: Akpabio stated that President Tinubu has commissioned more projects nationwide in his first three years than any previous Nigerian president.
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Impact on Infrastructure: He praised the “miracle” of development in satellite towns, specifically referencing projects in the Gaduwa district and Nasarawa State.
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2027 Election Benchmark: The Senate President urged voters to look at Tinubu’s history of results, starting from his time as Lagos State Governor, as a scorecard for the upcoming 2027 election.
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Call for Accountability: Akpabio proposed a new standard for elections where candidates are evaluated based on their proven record of work and tangible achievements.
As part of its ongoing efforts to ensure the safety and voluntary repatriation of its citizens, the Federal Government has organized a third evacuation flight from South Africa. The flight, operated by Air Peace, is scheduled to depart Johannesburg at midnight on Thursday, carrying 271 Nigerians back home. According to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the aircraft is expected to land at Murtala Muhammed International Airport in Lagos at approximately 5:30 am on Friday, July 3, 2026.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
The Federal Government’s voluntary repatriation program continues with a third evacuation flight from South Africa set to arrive in Nigeria.
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Departure: The flight will leave Johannesburg at midnight on Thursday.
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Arrival: The 271 returnees on board are scheduled to reach Lagos by 5:30 am on Friday, July 3, 2026.
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Purpose: This operation is part of the government’s commitment to safeguarding its citizens and facilitating their safe return to the country.
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U.S. Independence Day: Embassy And Consulate In Nigeria Announce Temporary Closure For Public Holiday!.
In honor of the U.S. Independence Day holiday, the U.S. Embassy in Abuja and the Consulate General in Lagos have announced that they will be closed on Friday, July 3, 2026. The U.S. mission shared this information via their official social media channels on Thursday. The Fourth of July holiday annually commemorates the 1776 adoption of the Declaration of Independence, marking the moment the thirteen American colonies formally declared their independence from Great Britain.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
The U.S. Embassy in Abuja and Consulate General in Lagos will observe the U.S. Independence Day holiday by closing their offices on Friday, July 3, 2026. This annual holiday, celebrated on July 4, commemorates the historic event in 1776 when the American colonies declared their separation from Great Britain. The closure was confirmed in an official statement released by the U.S. mission on Thursday.
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