The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) is set to arraign former Kogi State governor, Yahaya Bello, before a Federal High Court in Abuja. Alongside three other suspects, Ali Bello, Dauda Suleiman, and Abdulsalam Hudu, Bello faces 19-count charges of money laundering amounting to N80,246,470,088.88.
The charges allege that Bello and his associates conspired to convert the said sum, which was suspected to be proceeds of criminal activities such as breach of trust. The EFCC obtained a warrant of arrest and enrolment order against Bello, leading to his upcoming arraignment.
One of the charges specifically accuses Bello of aiding E-Traders International Limited in concealing over N3 billion in an Access Bank account, which was believed to be illicitly acquired. Another charge involves Bello indirectly facilitating the transfer of over $570,000 to a US bank account, also suspected to be linked to criminal activities.
Despite facing resistance during the execution of the arrest warrant, the EFCC remained steadfast in its pursuit of justice. The current Governor of Kogi State, Usman Ododo, played a role in ensuring Bello’s apprehension for the impending arraignment.
It is crucial to emphasize that Bello is not exempt from accountability and will be held responsible for his alleged involvement in these financial crimes. The EFCC is committed to upholding the rule of law and ensuring that justice is served.
