The Digest:
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has stated that former Kogi State Governor Yahaya Bello remains presumed innocent under the law, emphasising that his ongoing fraud trial is a judicial process where only a competent court can determine guilt or innocence.
Key Points:
- The EFCC's Director of Public Affairs, Wilson Uwuajeren, affirmed the principle of "innocent until proven guilty."
- He stated that the commission's role is to diligently prosecute the case by presenting witnesses and evidence.
- Uwuajeren stressed that the final determination of guilt rests solely with the court, not the EFCC.
- He clarified that Bello's status or treatment within his political party is irrelevant to the judicial process.
- The EFCC official reiterated the agency's focus on law enforcement, not party politics.
- He assured that the commission is committed to ensuring justice for both the prosecution and defence.
- Uwuajeren concluded that the EFCC remains faithful to the charges filed and will see the process through.
Sources: Leadership, Arise News
