In a dramatic turn of events, former Kogi State Governor Yahaya Bello has reportedly evaded arrest by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) once again. The embattled politician, wanted in connection with an alleged N80.2 billion fraud, was said to have narrowly escaped capture on Wednesday, with the suspected help of his successor, Governor Usman Ododo.
According to a statement posted on the official X handle of Nigerian Stories, EFCC operatives had surrounded the Kogi State Government Lodge in Abuja in a bid to apprehend Bello. Despite the intense efforts of the anti-graft agency, sources allege that Governor Ododo intervened, facilitating his predecessor’s escape from justice.
This marks yet another chapter in the EFCC’s ongoing pursuit of Bello, who has repeatedly dodged attempts to bring him to account over the massive financial scandal. The alleged fraud, which centers around misappropriations during his time in office, continues to cast a shadow over his legacy.
With tensions escalating, the EFCC has not relented in its efforts to arrest the former governor, fueling public speculation about the political maneuvering at play. Both Governor Ododo and Yahaya Bello have yet to issue formal statements on these fresh allegations, leaving many Nigerians questioning the integrity of Kogi State’s leadership.
As the situation unfolds, this saga adds to the growing list of high-profile figures embroiled in corruption cases, raising critical questions about the enforcement of justice in Nigeria’s political landscape. The EFCC’s determination to hold Bello accountable is bound to put further pressure on the state government and its new leadership.
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