Former Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) Governor, Godwin Emefiele, has strongly refuted media reports alleging that he is involved in financing terrorism, describing the claims as entirely false and malicious.
In a statement on Tuesday, Emefiele said the publication was fabricated to damage his reputation and mislead the public. He stressed that he has never been involved—directly or indirectly—in any activity related to terrorism or its financing.
“Categorically and unequivocally, I say that this claim is entirely 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 said.
Emefiele noted that neither during his years of public service nor in his private life had he ever engaged in actions that could threaten national peace and security. He added that he has never been invited, questioned, or investigated regarding terrorism financing, nor has he met the individual who made the allegations.
“There is no scintilla of truth in the allegation. It is pure mischief crafted by misguided elements for despicable motives,” he said.
He urged Nigerians to disregard the report and called on the media to avoid publishing unverified and sensational claims that undermine national security and public trust.
