Nigeria News Digest - July 14, 2023

Nigeria news from July 14th covering legal battles, economic anxieties, and health concerns. Articles also discuss infrastructural issues and security threats, highlighting a nation grappling with economic challenges.

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Judiciary & Law Enforcement

A Nigerian court ruled that the arrest and detention of suspended Central Bank Governor Godwin Emefiele by the DSS were illegal, ordering his release in a fundamental human rights case.

- saharareporters.com

Former South African President Jacob Zuma is in Russia for medical treatment, according to his spokesperson, as South Africa's highest court reaffirmed he should return to prison.

- africanews.com

Business & Economy

Atiku Abubakar's aide criticized President Bola Tinubu's N8,000 palliative plan, calling it an attempt to divert public funds and potentially buy votes.

- tribuneonlineng.com

Crimes & Insecurity

A Bayelsa monarch alleged that the military burnt a Cameroon-bound vessel to protect oil thieves, claiming authorities were aware of the illegal loading.

- punchng.com