Ex-CBN Secretary Testifies Against Former Governor in Money Laundering Case Involving Niece's Account

Former Secretary to the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), John Ogah, has leveled serious allegations against ex-CBN Governor Godwin Emefiele.

Ogah testified that Emefiele directed funds into the account of his niece, Hannah, as part of a broader scheme involving abuse of office and money laundering.

Ogah, serving as the sixth prosecution witness for the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), revealed that Emefiele instructed Ifeoma Ogbonnaya, an account officer with Zenith Bank, to transfer funds to Hannah's account.

This testimony is part of a larger case where Emefiele is accused of using companies like Comec Support Services Ltd, Limelight Multidimensional Services Ltd, and Andswin Resources Limited to launder money.

Emefiele’s defense lawyer, Olalekan Ojo, SAN, challenged the relevance of this testimony, arguing it was an attempt to introduce "sensationalism" into the proceedings.

However, the EFCC's lawyer, Rotimi Oyedepo, countered that the testimony was crucial, as it demonstrated how Emefiele allegedly conferred corrupt advantages on his associates and family members, including his wife, Margaret.