EX-KOGI GOVERNOR, YAHAYA BELLO, FACES N110BN FRAUD CHARGES AS EFCC SUMMONS HIM TO COURT
Written by Olakunle Oke on November 27, 2024
Yahaya Bello, the former governor of Kogi State, is due in court today over allegations of N110 billion fraud. Bello has been summoned by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to answer questions regarding the alleged fraud.
The EFCC had previously declared Bello wanted after he failed to appear in court to answer to the charges. The commission accused colleagues and others of shielding Bello, making it difficult for him to be arrested.
Bello’s case has sparked widespread criticism, with many Nigerians expressing frustration over the perceived leniency shown to high-profile individuals accused of corruption. The EFCC has faced accusations of being weak and ineffective in pursuing corruption cases involving prominent politicians.
The allegations against Bello are centered on his administration’s handling of the state’s finances, including the alleged misappropriation of funds meant for the payment of salaries and pensions.
The EFCC has been investigating Bello’s administration for several months, and the commission has reportedly gathered evidence of widespread corruption and financial mismanagement.
Bello’s appearance in court today is expected to shed more light on the allegations against him and his administration. The case has generated significant public interest, with many Nigerians calling for greater accountability and transparency in government.
The EFCC has promised to ensure that justice is served in the case, and the commission has vowed to pursue all those involved in the alleged fraud, no matter their status or position.
