Former Kogi Governor Yahaya Bello Remanded in EFCC Custody Amid Fraud Trial
The Federal High Court in Abuja has ordered the remand of former Kogi State Governor, Yahaya Bello, in the custody of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) pending his bail application hearing. The court adjourned the case to December 10 for further proceedings.
Yahaya Bello is facing a 16-count charge filed by the EFCC, which he denied, pleading “not guilty.” His legal team sought bail, but the EFCC opposed the application, citing the gravity of the allegations.
The trial took an unexpected turn on Wednesday morning when a large group of Bello’s supporters flooded the courtroom, causing disruption. Addressing the chaos, Bello requested his followers and aides to vacate the space to restore order.
The high-profile case has drawn significant attention, with many awaiting the court’s decision on his bail and the subsequent trial developments. The EFCC remains firm in its commitment to pursue the case to its conclusion.
