Naira Abuse: EFCC nods Out of Court Deal with Cubana Chief Priest

A Federal High Court in  Lagos has granted a motion by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to discontinue its suit against celebrity bartender, Pascal Okechukwu, popularly known as Cubana Chief Priest.

The court’s decision comes after both parties revealed they were exploring a settlement in the matter.

During the May 2 siting, the defense counsel, Mr. Chikaosolu Ojukwu (SAN), informed the court that parties were exploring a settlement, and the matter was adjourned until June 5 for a report on the settlement.

However, on Wednesday, the defense requested an adjournment, and the case was fixed for June 25 for mention.

Cubana Chief Priest is accused of tampering with N500 denomination funds while dancing at the social event. This, the EFCC said contravenes the Central Bank Act of 2007.

He was later arraigned on April 17 on a three-count charge bordering on Naira Abuse.

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