Court sets new hearing dates in Emefiele naira redesign case
A High Court in Abuja has scheduled ten new hearing dates to conclude the trial of former Central Bank of Nigeria Governor, Godwin Emefiele, over charges related to the naira redesign. The trial, presided over by Justice Maryann Anenih, involves allegations brought by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). During the latest hearing, an EFCC witness testified about the approval process for the naira redesign under the late former President Muhammadu Buhari. The court emphasized the importance of adhering to the new schedule.
What we know
- Justice Maryann Anenih set hearing dates for February 3 and 10; April 1 and 2; May 11, 12, 13, and 14; and June 9 and 10 to conclude the trial.
- EFCC witness Emere Chinedu testified that the Presidency under Muhammadu Buhari approved the naira redesign, with a condition that printing be done locally.
- Godwin Emefiele made six extra-judicial statements before the probe panel on October 26, 27, 30, 31, and November 1 and 2, 2023.
- Video clips showing hardship during the naira redesign were presented in court, but no TV station staff were interviewed regarding the footage.
- The court adjourned the matter to February 3 for further cross-examination of the EFCC witness.
