Eko Hot Blog reports that starting from March 1, 2024, the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has announced that accounts lacking the Bank Verification Number (BVN) and the National Identity Number (NIN) will face restrictions on conducting transactions Similarly, the CBN has made the possession of BVN and NIN mandatory for all bank account openings. … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Federal High Court of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), sitting in Maitama on Wednesday, granted the embattled former Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Godwin Emefiele bail. Emefiele was granted bail by Justice Olukayode Adeniyi. He however instructed his lawyers to produce him in court on November … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the High Court in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), on Thursday, ordered the unconditional and immediate release of the former Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Godwin Emefiele. The court made the order after Emefiele filed a Motion Ex-parte, seeking his release from the custody of the Economic … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the High Court in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), on Thursday, ordered the unconditional and immediate release of the former Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Godwin Emefiele. The court made the order after Emefiele filed a Motion Ex-parte, seeking his release from the custody of the Economic … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that President Bola Tinubu-led government on Monday stated that Nigerians will soon know what went wrong in the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) and affected the economy. The Federal Government revealed this while stating that the audit report of the apex bank will soon be ready. According to the Federal Government, … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the suspended Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Abdulrasheed Bawa, has been in the custody of the Department of State Services (DSS) for 67 days, refusing to cooperate with investigators probing him for alleged financial impropriety. Bawa according to Punch, has refused to cooperate with investigators from … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that barely 24 hours after a Federal Capital Teritorry High Court sitting in Abuja ordered the release of the suspended Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Godwin Emefiele, from detention, another court has nullified his arrest, detention and interrogation by the Department of State Services (DSS). In a judgment … Read more
When erstwhile President Muhammadu Buhari assumed office on May 29, 2015, one of the things he first did was go after members of the Goodluck Jonathan administration, with the National Security Adviser (NSA), Sambo Dasuki, feeling the heat of Buhari’s venom. The initial arrest of Dasuki was met with accolades for Buhari, especially on the … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Human rights lawyer, Femi Falana is pressing the Department of State Services (DSS) to hasten its inquiries into the suspended head of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Abdulrasheed Bawa, and the Central Bank of Nigeria’s suspended Governor, Godwin Emefiele. Emefiele is under scrutiny due to allegations of funding … Read more
EkoHotBlog reports that President Tinubu has revealed why he suspended Godwin Emefiele as the Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN). Speaking during an interactive session with Nigerian community living in France on Friday, Tinubu said the country’s financial system under Emefiele was rotten. EDITOR’S PICKS Major Nigeria Newspaper Headlines Saturday, June 24th, 2023 … Read more
Moghalu criticizes Emefiele for presidential bid, deems him unfit as CBN governor. Moghalu disapproves of Emefiele’s performance at CBN, cites poor core mandate outcomes. Emefiele suspended by Tinubu, arrested by DSS. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the former presidential candidate, Kingsley Moghalu, has said the suspended Governor of the Central Bank Of Nigeria (CBN), Godwin … Read more
Godwin Emefiele, the suspended CBN Governor, has filed a suit against the DSS to challenge his detention. The AGF and the DSS have insisted that the detention is lawful and have filed a preliminary objection against the suit. The case has been adjourned till July 13 for ruling. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the … Read more
EkoHotBlog reports that the Department of State Services (DSS) has raised alarm over some groups and persons’ plans to stage a protest over the suspension and investigation of Mr Godwin Emefiele, the former Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN). The DSS also claimed, “the groups intend to gather at different points in the … Read more
EkoHotBlog reports that sensational Instagram blogger, Cutie Juls has revealed how embattled Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Godwin Emefiele paved way for former Big Brother Naija (BBNaija) housemate, Beauty Tukura to koi the reality TV show. According to Cutie Juls, Emefiele has been providing financial support to Beauty, enabling her lavish lifestyle … Read more
The Chairman of GUWN, George Uboh, discloses his 101-day arrest and detention in 2019 after exposing a forex scam involving former CBN Governor Godwin Emefiele. Uboh praises Tinubu for suspending Emefiele He also calls for an independent whistleblower office to strengthen the policy and protect whistleblowers. George Uboh, Whistleblowers Network, arrest, detention, forex scam, … Read more
The presidency denies reports of President Tinubu ordering the suspension of NNPC CEO, Mele Kyari, dismissing them as false social media claims. Multiple sources confirm that there are no plans to suspend Kyari as NNPC boss, stating that the reports are untrue. The presidency has not issued any directive to suspend Kyari, according to … Read more
Moment the Department of State Services (DSS) arrested the suspended governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Godwin Emefiele can be accessed on Eko Hot Blog. According to reports, Emefiele was arrested in Lagos and flown to the Federal Capital Territory for questioning. EDITOR’S PICKS Major Nigeria Newspaper Headlines Sunday, June 11th, 2023 Why … Read more
Osinbajo’s Aide, Akande tweets why CBN Gov. Emefiele was suspended and arrested Says it is time the CBN Governor faced suspension & investigation Eko Hot Blog reports that Laolu Akande, media aide to former Vice President Yemi Osinbajo has said the suspended Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Godwin Emefiele is embattled due … Read more
Naira depreciates further against the dollar at N472.50. Governor of Central Bank of Nigeria, Godwin Emefiele, suspended; Deputy Governor (Operations Directorate) appointed as acting governor. $77.42 million traded at Investors and Exporters window. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Naira on Friday depreciated further against the dollar at the Investors and Exporters window, exchanging N472.50 to … Read more
Reno Omokri criticizes President Bola Tinubu’s suspension of Central Bank Governor Godwin Emefiele, deeming it vindictive in response to the Naira redesign policy. Omokri urges Tinubu to prioritize unity and stability after the elections and not tarnish the progress made. He hopes the President will reconsider the action for the nation’s greater good. EKO HOT … Read more