In a significant development in the high-profile legal battle involving former Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) Governor, Godwin Emefiele, a Federal Capital Territory (FCT) High Court has granted him bail.
The ruling was delivered on Monday, June 17, 2025, by Justice Maryann Anenih, following Emefiele’s application for enforcement of his fundamental human rights. The former apex bank chief had been in detention for months over multiple charges ranging from abuse of office to alleged financial misconduct.
Justice Anenih ordered that Emefiele be released to his legal team and must appear in court when required. She emphasized that the continued detention without formal conviction or fresh charges was a violation of his constitutional rights.
The court’s decision comes after months of legal fireworks and public debate surrounding Emefiele’s arrest and prolonged detention by security agencies.
📌 BACKGROUND:
Emefiele was arrested shortly after President Bola Tinubu suspended him from office in 2023. He faced multiple charges including corruption, abuse of office, and alleged financial improprieties during his time at the CBN.
📣 PUBLIC REACTION:
While his supporters see the bail as a victory for justice, critics argue it raises concerns about elite accountability in Nigeria’s judicial system.
📎 SOURCE:
Channels Television | FrontNaija Correspondent
