The EFCC is collaborating with local and international agencies to apprehend former Kogi State Governor Yahaya Bello, facing 19 counts of money laundering involving over N80 billion. Despite multiple court summons, Bello has evaded arraignment, prompting the commission’s ongoing efforts to bring him to justice.... CLICK TO READ THE FULL NEWS HERE▶▶
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has intensified efforts to apprehend former Kogi State Governor Yahaya Bello, who faces serious allegations of money laundering amounting to over N80 billion. The EFCC has charged Bello with 19 counts related to the alleged diversion of funds from the Kogi State Government’s treasury. However, despite these charges, the commission has struggled to bring him to court, as Bello has consistently failed to attend six scheduled arraignment sessions.
Dele Oyewale, the EFCC’s head of media and publicity, spoke on Thursday during an interview with News Central, emphasizing the agency’s determination to ensure Bello is brought to justice. He stated that the EFCC is collaborating with both local and international law enforcement agencies in this pursuit. Oyewale noted that the recent court rulings have reinforced the commission’s commitment to addressing Bello’s case, underlining the serious nature of the allegations.
He declared that Bello is currently evading capture, having effectively gone underground, and stressed that law enforcement agencies are prepared to act swiftly if he is located. “He has become a fugitive,” Oyewale said. “Every law enforcement agency, both local and international, are involved.” He assured Nigerians of the EFCC’s unwavering focus on resolving Bello’s case, alongside other ongoing investigations, reaffirming the agency’s role in Nigeria’s broader fight against corruption.
