Former Kogi State Governor Yahaya Bello has once again appeared before the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) over allegations of fund misappropriation.
Bello reportedly arrived at the EFCC office on Tuesday morning, accompanied by his legal team. Witnesses said he drove himself in a black Hilux vehicle to honor the commission's invitation.
This visit follows a recent Supreme Court ruling affirming the constitutionality of the EFCC’s operations, which may have influenced the timing of his appearance. Last week, there were speculations about his planned visit, but his media aides declined to confirm or comment.
In the ongoing legal proceedings, the EFCC had requested an adjournment during a hearing on November 14 before Justice Maryanne Anenih of the Federal Capital Territory High Court in Maitama, Abuja. The adjournment was sought to allow the 30-day window for the summons issued to Bello to expire.
While his co-defendants, Umar Oricha and Abdulsalami Hudu, have been granted administrative bail, the EFCC requested more time for Bello to comply with the summons. The court scheduled November 27 for Bello’s arraignment in the case.
