Emefiele: Supreme Court okays forfeiture of $2m, properties, share certificates to FG
Author: Ikechukwu NnochiriPublished on: July 17, 2026Country: Nigeria
Crime & Law

The Supreme Court ordered the final forfeiture of seven properties, $2.45 million, and share certificates linked to former Central Bank governor Godwin Emefiele to the Federal Government. The court overturned the Lagos Court of Appeal's decision that had denied the forfeiture. Emefiele failed to prove the assets were legitimately acquired. The case was brought by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC).
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