**EFCC Set to Call Last Witness in Emefiele's $6.23m Fraud Trial** The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has been granted a final adjournment by Justice Hamza Mu'azu of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) High Court in Abuja to present its last witness in the trial of former Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) Governor, Godwin Ifeanyi Emefiele. Emefiele is facing a 20-count charge of alleged fraud while serving as CBN Governor. One of the charges accuses him of obtaining $6.23 million by false pretence, claiming it was for international election observers during the 2023 general elections. The EFCC's lead counsel, Abbas Mohammed, informed the court that they had made efforts to ensure the presence of their final witness, Eloho Edwin Okboziakpo, an investigator in the case. However, they requested a short adjournment to secure clearance from the Inspector-General of Police, as the witness is a police officer and has another matter pending in Gwagwalada. Mohammed explained that the witness was engaged in a garnishee proceeding and had insisted on appearing personally, necessitating official clearance for his appearance in court. The EFCC has taken steps to secure clearance, including writing to the office of the Inspector-General of Police and engaging the Assistant Inspector-General (AIG) in charge of Legal. The court granted the adjournment, allowing the EFCC to present its final witness. This development brings the trial of Emefiele one step closer to its conclusion. The EFCC is expected to present all the necessary evidence to prove the allegations against Emefiele, who is accused of serious financial misconduct while serving as CBN Governor. As the trial continues, Nigerians are eagerly awaiting the outcome, hoping for justice and accountability in the handling of public funds. The EFCC's efforts to bring Emefiele to justice are seen as a major step towards ensuring transparency and accountability in the country's financial institutions.