In-Depth: The N110.4bn Fraud Case Against Former Kogi Governor Yahaya Bello
Former Kogi State Governor Yahaya Bello appeared at the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) High Court in Maitama, Abuja, to face allegations of misappropriating N110.4 billion.
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) charged Bello and others with criminal breach of trust and conspiracy.
Despite previous summonses and legal warnings, Bello had reportedly failed to attend earlier court dates, prompting intensified legal action.
The EFCC alleges that Bello and his co-defendants were involved in diverting public funds entrusted to them during his tenure as governor.
This case is one of several high-profile corruption allegations against the former governor, who is also facing related charges involving N80.2 billion before another federal court.