Jonathan won’t intervene in Bankole’s trials - FG

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Let the law take its course!

There are has been reports that Jonathan was under pressure from the leadership of the National Assembly and other prominent Nigerians to intervene in the trial of the former Speaker, Mr. Dimeji Bankole and his erstwhile deputy, Alhaji Bayero Nafada, by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC).

However, a source in the Presidency (name withheld) told newsmen that President Goodluck Jonathan may not intervene in the corruption trial.

"The President will not intervene in the cases, he won't. They are corruption cases instituted by the EFCC in courts; the President does not interfere in the activities of the EFCC or in law suits.

"As a rule, the President does not intervene. It is a judicial process, a matter that is entirely within the jurisdiction of the courts.

"The President believes the courts have shown themselves capable and competent enough to discharge their mandate.

"The law will take its course, the President won't intervene." He said.