The media team of former Kogi State Governor, Yahaya Bello, has confirmed that he did visit the headquarters of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC).
This clarification comes after earlier reports suggested that the ex-governor responded to the agency’s invitation following consultations with his legal team and political allies.
Despite this, EFCC spokesperson Dele Oyewale refuted claims that Bello was in the agency’s custody, emphasizing that he is still wanted in connection with an alleged N80.2 billion money laundering case.
In a subsequent statement, Bello’s media director, Ohiare Michael, verified that the former governor, along with his successor, Usman Ododo, went to the EFCC office. The statement further noted that while Bello was not questioned, the EFCC permitted him to leave after the visit.
Michael said, “ Earlier today, we reported the voluntary visit of former Governor of Kogi State, Yahaya Bello to the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission office to honour the Commission’s invitation.”
“In the statement, we reiterated the former Governor’s great respect for the rule of law and constituted authority and stressed that all the while, he only sought the enforcement of his fundamental rights in order to ensure due process.”
“The EFCC did not, however, interrogate him as officials told him he could leave. We don’t know what this means yet. As we write, Yahaya Bello has left the EFCC office. He was accompanied there by the Governor of Kogi State, Ahmed Usman Ododo.”
“Recall that the case has been before a competent court of jurisdiction, and Alhaji Yahaya Bello had been duly represented by his legal team at every hearing. The former Governor decided to honour the invitation to clear his name as he has nothing to hide and nothing to fear.”
