Former Kogi Governor Yahaya Bello Responds to EFCC Summons
By Wisdom Tide
September 18, 2024
Former Governor of Kogi State, Alhaji Yahaya Bello, has honored the invitation of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) following allegations of corruption during his time in office. The EFCC had declared the former governor wanted for suspected fraudulent activities and misappropriation of public funds.
Yahaya Bello Consults Family, Legal Team, and Political Allies
In a statement released by his media team, it was confirmed that the decision to honor the EFCC's invitation came after extensive consultations with his family, legal team, and political allies. The statement emphasized that Bello's actions were guided by his respect for the rule of law and his desire to ensure due process was followed.
Commitment to Upholding the Rule of Law
The media statement read:
“The former Governor, who has great respect for the rule of law and constituted authority, had, all the while, only sought the enforcement of his fundamental rights to ensure that proper legal procedures were followed.
"The case has been before a competent court of jurisdiction, and Alhaji Yahaya Bello has been duly represented by his legal team at every hearing. It is now important for the former governor to personally respond to the EFCC's invitation to clear his name, as he has nothing to hide and nothing to fear."
Support for the Fight Against Corruption
Bello reiterated his belief in President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration and its commitment to economic development and anti-corruption efforts in Nigeria. According to the statement, Bello remains a firm supporter of the fight against corruption and noted his administration’s track record in implementing anti-corruption measures during his tenure as governor of Kogi State.
“It is on record that he was the first governor of Kogi State to establish anti-corruption mechanisms aimed at curbing graft and ensuring that the state’s resources were used for the benefit of its people,” the statement added.
Accompanied by High-Profile Nigerians
The former governor was accompanied to the EFCC Headquarters by several prominent Nigerians, underscoring the significance of the event. Bello's media team expressed hope that the EFCC would handle the matter with the utmost professionalism, ensuring that his fundamental rights as a Nigerian citizen are respected.
Further details about Yahaya Bello’s engagement with EFCC operatives are expected to be disclosed in due course
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