Connect with us

FEATURED

BREAKING: Emefiele’s Abuja Residence Under Police’ Siege

Published

on

CBN Governor Emefiele





The Maitama home of the Central Bank Governor, Godwin Emefiele, has been under police siege, The PUNCH is reporting.

The armed police officers, numbering over 10, were seen by our correspondent at about 8:40pm, Tuesday night, besieging the No. 8 Colorado Street, Maitama, Abuja home of the embattled governor of the apex bank, according to the report.

An impeccable source within the NPF, told our correspondent that the siege was in furtherance to Emefiele’s expected appearance at the Federal High Court in Abuja tomorrow, Wednesday, over a $53 million judgment debt arising from the Paris Club refund.

The source said, “The governor is expected to be in court tomorrow over the $53 million judgment debt in relation to the Paris Club refund which he’s yet to clarify.

Advertisement

“The police officers are not there to arrest, but they’re there to ensure that he doesn’t run away again as he did weeks ago.”

Meanwhile, the Force Headquarters and the Federal Capital Territory Police Command have denied knowledge of the siege.

When contacted, the Force Public Relations officer, Olumuyiwa Adejobi, said, “I have no knowledge of such event. However, kindly contact the FCT Command.”

Advertisement

However, the FCT PPRO, Josephine Adeh also denied knowledge of the siege, when contacted by our correspondent.

Adeh said, “I don’t know anything about policemen surrounding the CBN governor’s home. You could contact the Force Headquarters.”

(This story contains information from The PUNCH)

Advertisement
Advertisement
Click to comment
FEATURED3 hours ago

‘Your Defection is a Statement of Hope’ – APC Natl. Chair, Yilwatda Hails Gov Mutfwang

FEATURED8 hours ago

Court Adjourns Malami, Son, Wife Bail Applications to January 7

COMMUNITY REPORT10 hours ago

New Year: We Need to Remain Hopeful, Steadfast to ‘Renewed Hope, More Agenda’- Isoko North Boss to Deltans

international fraud ring
FEATURED10 hours ago

EFCC Dismisses Gov Bala Mohammed ‘Wild Claims’ of Selective Persecution

FEATURED13 hours ago

How ‘Powerful Enemies’ Used NYSC Saga to Force my Exit from Buhari’s Cabinet — Adeosun

FEATURED1 day ago

2026: The Beginning of a More Robust Phase of Economic Growth – Tinubu

FEATURED1 day ago

2026: A Year of Renewed Faith in the Collective Destiny of Delta State – Oborevwori

FEATURED2 days ago

‘Big Blow’ as Nassarawa Senator Dies in Indian Hospital

FEATURED2 days ago

NEW YEAR: Amaechi Urges Nigerians to Hold FG Accountable, Insist on Economic, Electoral Reforms

COMMUNITY REPORT2 days ago

New Year: Elumelu Sends Message of Unity, Faith, Urges Continued Support for Tinubu, Oborevwori

Peter Obi
FEATURED2 days ago

2027 PRESIDENCY SHOWDOWN: Obi Vows to Fight Rigging ‘With Every Lawful Means’

FEATURED2 days ago

Court Remands Bauchi Commissioner, Three Others in Kuje Prison for Alleged $9.7m Terrorism Financing

FEATURED2 days ago

‘Nurse’ Arrested for Selling Prohibited Drugs in Delta Hotel

COMMUNITY REPORT3 days ago

I am Not a Billboard Person, I’m Just Committed to People-oriented Devt, Says Ogorugba, Delta Council Boss

COMMUNITY REPORT3 days ago

Sen. Nwoko Tackles NDDC on Delta Coastal Road as Commission Presents N1.75trn Budget

Advertisement
Advertisement