EFCC Slams Ex-Governor with Fresh N110.4 Billion Fraud Charges
Former Kogi State Governor Yahaya Bello is facing new legal battles as the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) files fresh charges against him. The anti-graft agency has accused Bello of involvement in a colossal fraud case amounting to N110.4 billion, marking a significant escalation in his legal troubles.
On Wednesday, the EFCC officially submitted a charge to a federal high court in Abuja, alleging a criminal breach of trust involving N110,446,470,089. This offense is reportedly in violation of sections 96 and 311 of the Penal Code Law Cap. 89 of Northern Nigeria, 1963, with a possible punishment under Section 312 of the same legislation.
While Bello was already facing a 19-count indictment from a previous EFCC filing, this latest development introduces a new 16-count charge. Joining him in the dock are two other officials from the Kogi state government—Abdulsalami Hudu and Umar Oricha—who are also implicated in the scheme.
The spotlight is now firmly on Bello, who once governed Kogi State with significant influence and power. The new charges bring his political legacy into question, especially as more details of the alleged fraud emerge. According to the EFCC, Bello and his co-defendants are accused of diverting public funds for personal gain, a serious charge that, if proven, could carry significant legal consequences.
This case is sure to dominate headlines in the coming weeks as the former governor prepares to confront the weight of the accusations in court. With billions of naira at the center of this case, many are left wondering what the full scope of the alleged fraud could be and what repercussions it might have for both Bello and his former administration.
For now, the eyes of the nation are locked on the courtroom, where Yahaya Bello will soon face justice. As the legal battle unfolds, we will keep you updated on the twists and turns of this high-profile case.
