Former Kogi State Governor, Alhaji Yahaya Adoza Bello, is scheduled to appear at the Federal High Court in Abuja this morning for arraignment on fresh charges.

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) is set to dock Bello on a 19-count charge of alleged money laundering before Justice Emeka Nwite, where he is expected to take his plea.

Originally slated for January 27 next year, the arraignment has been rescheduled at the request of the EFCC, following Bello’s recent appearance before the anti-graft agency.

Sources confirm that hearing notices have been served to the legal teams of both the EFCC and the former governor to ensure a smooth legal process.

This marks the second time the EFCC has taken Bello to court. On November 27, he was arraigned before Justice Maryann Anenih of the High Court of the Federal Capital Territory on a 16-count charge of alleged breach of trust.

Bello pleaded not guilty to those charges and applied for bail to prepare for his defense. Justice Anenih adjourned the bail ruling to December 10, ordering Bello and two co-defendants to remain in EFCC custody pending the decision.

Today’s arraignment adds another chapter to the ongoing legal challenges faced by the former governor as he battles allegations of financial misconduct.