A video of former Kogi State Governor Yahaya Bello being pursued by EFCC agents went viral after gunshots were fired during the attempted arrest at the Kogi Government Lodge in Abuja. Bello's media team criticized the operation as unnecessary, claiming he had voluntarily cooperated with the EFCC earlier.
In a dramatic turn of events, a video showing operatives from the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) attempting to arrest former Kogi State Governor Yahaya Bello is circulating widely on social media. The incident occurred late Wednesday night outside the Kogi State Government Lodge in Asokoro, Abuja. EFCC agents reportedly surrounded the premises and fired gunshots in their efforts to detain the former governor.
Bello's media team expressed confusion over the EFCC's actions, stating he had voluntarily appeared at the commission's office earlier that day but was told to leave without being interrogated. They condemned the late-night operation as unnecessary, accusing the EFCC of engaging in a politically motivated campaign rather than pursuing its mandate to combat corruption. The statement called for accountability if any harm came to Bello.
The EFCC has not clarified its position, with its spokesperson failing to respond to inquiries about the situation. This incident adds to the ongoing tension surrounding Bello, who faces multiple charges of money laundering involving over N80 billion from Kogi State's funds. The public continues to speculate about the motives behind the EFCC's actions, particularly with a court hearing approaching. As the situation unfolds, Nigerians are keenly observing how this standoff will impact Bello’s legal battles and his relationship with the current administration.
