A Federal High Court in Lagos has ordered the interim forfeiture of $2.04 million and seven prime properties linked to former Central Bank of Nigeria governor, Godwin Emefiele, amid ongoing fraud investigations by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC).
The assets include luxury real estate in Lekki and Ikoyi, Lagos, and an industrial complex in Delta State. Justice Akintayo Aluko granted the order to prevent the dissipation of assets suspected to be proceeds of unlawful activities. The case is set for further hearing on September 5, 2024.