Former governor Central Bank Nigeria,CBN,Godwin Emefiele,through his legal team,has threatenedi to sue President of the Nigerian Senate,Godswill Akpabio over alleged defamation.
Emefiele would demand N25 billion in damages from Senate President if he fails to apologise,according to his solicitors.
This was contained in a letter signed by The lead counsel,Matthew Burkka,SAN,addressed to Senator Akpabio on Emefiele’s brief and instruction.
He accused Akpabio of subjudice,saying the former CBN chief had been charged to court and is currently defending himself.He said it was worrisome that as the head of the legislature,Akpabio should have known that his statement undermined the integrity and independence of the court.
You are also aware that no single policy was carried out by our client without the approval,directive or authorization of the President and/or the Federal Executive Counsel of which you were key and powerful member.
“It is pursuant to the above and without delving into the matter presently pending in court that our client has instructed that we write to your good office and demand immediate retraction of your statement which has gone viral and are considered clearly defamatory of our client.
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