Ex-CBN Governor Emefiele Breaks Silence on Terrorism Financing Allegation

Former Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Mr Godwin Emefiele, has dismissed allegations that he financed terrorism, describing the claims as mischievous and malicious.

Emefiele reacted on Saturday to media reports that allegedly listed him among individuals accused of financing terrorism in Nigeria.

In a statement issued on December 6, 2025, he asserted that the allegation was “categorically and unequivocally fabricated, baseless, and a deliberate attempt to malign my name, mislead the public, and sow confusion for motives best known only to the publishers and their sponsors.”

He stressed that the fight against terrorism is too serious to be trivialised by irresponsible reporting, adding that Nigerians deserve better than “reckless misinformation”.

According to Emefiele, “Throughout my service to the nation, and even in my private life, I have never been involved in any activity remotely connected to terrorism, terrorist financing, or any action that threatens the peace and security of our nation.

“I have also never been invited, questioned or investigated over any allegation of terrorism financing. I have never met or had any interaction with the person who granted that interview.

“There is no scintilla of truth in the allegation, which is clearly the product of pure mischief crafted by misguided elements for their despicable motives.

“While I urge the public to disregard the publication in its entirety, I also call on the press to refrain from publishing falsehoods and sensational claims without evidence or due diligence in verifying facts.”