The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has taken former Kogi State governor, Yahaya Adoza Bello, and three others to court over alleged involvement in N84 billion money laundering offenses. Alongside Bello, his nephew Ali Bello, Dauda Sulaiman, and Abdulsalam Hudu are accused of various charges, including money laundering and breach of trust.
In the Federal High Court, Maitama, Abuja, Justice James Omotosho presided over the charges. Despite objections from defense counsels, the judge granted the prosecution's request to read the amended charges.
While Bello and Hudu are at large, Ali Bello and Suleiman pleaded not guilty. Testimony revealed details of a property transaction worth N950 million, allegedly facilitated by Ali Bello and Suleiman on behalf of Bello.
The case has evoked disappointment and anger among Kogi residents, who feel let down by their former governor.
