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Former CBN Governor Godwin Emefiele Released From Kuje Prison
Emefiele was further instructed to submit all his travel documents to the court registrar
Abuja, Nigeria- The former Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Godwin Emefiele, has been released from the Kuje Correctional Centre, where he had been held for undisclosed reasons.
Emefiele was released on Friday, December 22, after meeting up with his bail condition. A spokesperson for the Kuje Correctional Centre, FCT, Adamu Duza confirmed the new development to the journalist.
He said, “I can confirm to you that he (Emefiele) has met his bail conditions, hence he has no reason to remain in our facility. He met his bail condition and was released past 2pm yesterday (Friday).”
Recall that Emefiele, who is facing charges of alleged procurement fraud, was granted bail by a Federal Capital Territory High Court in the amount of N300 million.
His bail was approved with two sureties, each providing an equal amount. The sureties are required to possess certificates of occupancy and titles for properties located within the Maitama District of Abuja.
Emefiele was further instructed to submit all his travel documents to the court registrar and adhere to the condition of staying within the Abuja Municipal Area Council.