Amidst an ongoing legal saga, Abdulwahab Muhammed, the legal representative of Yahaya Bello, the former governor of Kogi, has vehemently asserted that Bello’s was in Kogi state when officials from the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) besieged his residence in Abuja.
This assertion comes amidst a flurry of allegations and legal maneuvers surrounding a money laundering case involving key figures in Kogi’s political landscape.
Muhammed’s declaration of Bello’s absence from his Abuja residence during the EFCC siege aligns with the timing of a crucial court hearing related to an alleged money laundering case.
The case implicates Alli Bello, chief of staff to Usman Ododo, the incumbent governor of Kogi, alongside Yahaya Bello and Daudu Suleiman. Emphasizing Bello’s anticipation of a high court judgment in Kogi, Muhammed underscores that a restraining order was in place, preventing the EFCC from apprehending him.
The EFCC’s recent amendment to a money laundering charge, naming Bello and others as defendants, has intensified the legal battle.
The state administration has vigorously denied allegations of diverting about N100 billion that belonged to the Kogi government, contesting allegations that money went missing while Bello was in office.
Usman Ododo’s reported intervention during the standoff at Bello’s residence has sparked controversy, with the EFCC labeling it as obstruction of lawful operations. This intervention underscores the intricate web of political dynamics intertwined with legal proceedings.
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As the legal saga surrounding Yahaya Bello and key figures in Kogi’s political landscape unfolds, Abdulwahab Muhammed’s assertion of Bello’s whereabouts during the EFCC siege underscores the complexity of the situation.
With allegations of money laundering and political interference, the case continues to captivate public attention, highlighting the intersection of law, politics, and governance in Nigeria
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