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Emefiele Challenges EFCC’s Move to Introduce More Witnesses in Trial

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Former CBN Governor, Godwin Emefiele, has asked an Abuja High Court to prevent the EFCC from calling more witnesses beyond the 10 initially listed in his procurement fraud trial.

His lawyer, Matthew Burkaa (SAN), argued that exceeding the disclosed witness list was improper, but EFCC’s Rotimi Oyedepo (SAN) insisted it was necessary for a fair trial.

Justice Hamza Muazu will rule on March 20.

Emefiele faces 20 charges, including conspiracy and forgery, over alleged contract irregularities benefiting April 1616 Nigeria Ltd and Architekon Nigeria Ltd.

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At the latest hearing, EFCC’s 10th witness, Salawu Gana, a former CBN procurement head, defended the contract award process, stating April 1616 was selected for offering the lowest bid.

He confirmed Emefiele only approved the board’s recommendation and had no financial links to the company.

The EFCC presented procurement documents from April 1616, RT Briscoe, and Globe Motors as evidence.

The trial continues in March.

 

 

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