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Emefiele trial faces fresh setback as prosecution struggles with key witness

Monday, April 27, 2026

The trial of former Central Bank of Nigeria Governor Godwin Emefiele is likely to be delayed further because the prosecution is uncertain whether a crucial witness will be available. This setback could postpone any verdict on alleged financial misconduct, prolonging uncertainty for Nigeria’s banking sector and those awaiting accountability.

Indications have emerged that proceedings in the trial of former Central Bank of Nigeria, CBN, Governor, Godwin Emefiele, may suffer further delays as uncertainty surrounds the availability of a key witness. The post Emefiele trial faces fresh setback as prosecution struggles with key witness appeared first on Vanguard News.