Nigerian Court Upholds N12m Damages Against EFCC for Unlawful Detention of Lawyer

Nigeria's Court of Appeal upheld a N12 million damages award against the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) for the unlawful detention of lawyer Festus Ubani. The unanimous panel decision affirms lower court findings, reinforcing judicial oversight of security agencies. This marks a notable legal precedent for accountability in Nigeria's anti-corruption enforcement.

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