The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Nigeria’s anti-corruption agency, has arrested Yahaya Bello, the former governor of Kogi State, over allegations of multi-billion naira fraud. Contrary to claims that Bello voluntarily surrendered, the EFCC confirmed that he was apprehended in Abuja on Tuesday afternoon.
Bello, who had been declared wanted by the EFCC, was taken into custody at the agency’s Abuja office, where he is currently being interrogated by investigators. The former governor’s legal team was present during the proceedings, and he remains detained as the investigation continues.
The EFCC stated that Bello would face formal charges and be arraigned in court as part of the ongoing legal process. The arrest marks a significant development in the case, which involves allegations of large-scale financial misconduct during his tenure as governor.
This case is part of broader efforts by the EFCC to combat corruption and financial crimes in Nigeria, targeting high-profile individuals accused of misusing public funds.
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