Former Kogi governor Yahaya Bello is under protective custody by the state government after being declared wanted by the EFCC. Eko Hot Blog reports that Former Kogi State governor Yahaya Bello is reportedly under the protective custody of the current state Governor, Usman Ododo. Bello has been in the custody of the Kogi state government … Read more
Former Kogi State Governor Yahaya Bello requests court transfer of EFCC fraud case to Kogi, citing jurisdiction, amid absence and controversy. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Former Governor of Kogi State, Yahaya Bello, urged the Federal High Court in Abuja on Thursday to transfer his case with the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) … Read more
Accusations are flying in Kogi State as Austin Okai, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) House of Representatives candidate for Dekina/Bassa Federal Constituency in the 2023 elections, claims that former governor Yahaya Bello is currently hiding out in the state government house. Eko Hot Blog recall that the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, had in … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Effa Okim, the Acting Zonal Director of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) in Benin, said it has been difficult to arrest former Kogi State governor, Yahaya Bello, due to influential figures. Recall that the former Kogi State governor was implicated in an N80.2 billion fraud case. During a … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that a civil society group, ActionAid Nigeria (AAN), has urged the Federal Government to intensify efforts to arrest and prosecute the former governor of Kogi State, Yahaya Bello. The group insisted that immunity on governors ends after eight years in office, hence accountability is demanded for their actions and inactions. Speaking … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that a federal high court in Abuja has refused to vacate a warrant of arrest issued against Yahaya Bello, former Kogi state governor. Emeka Nwite, presiding judge, criticised Bello for filing applications despite his refusal to show up in court. He described the actions of the former governor as an attempt … Read more
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PDP chieftain Segun Showunmi warns Tinubu against marginalizing northern politicians Says figures like El-Rufai, Yahaya Bello played crucial roles in Tinubu’s 2023 victory Calls for maintaining trust between north and south with an eye on 2027 elections Eko Hot Blog reports that a chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Segun Showunmi, has urged President … Read more
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Eko Hot Blog reports that a High Court sitting in Lokoja has issued a summons for the Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Ola Olukoyede, to appear in court on May 13, 2024. Editor’s Picks War Against Open Defecation: Lagos Flags Off ‘Use The Toilet’ Campaign Lagos Govt Shuts Down Churches, Hotels, … Read more
AISA admits receiving $760,000 in advance for Yahaya Bello’s children’s fees. EFCC requested authenticated banking details for reimbursement. Bello allegedly used Kogi state funds to pay $720,000 for his children’s education. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the American International School of Abuja (AISA) has acknowledged receiving an advance payment of $760,000 as fees for the children … Read more
EFCC Chairman Ola Olukoyede has revealed allegations against former Kogi State Governor Yahaya Bello. Bello has been accused of transferring $720,000 from the government’s account The EFCC has defended Olukoyede’s press conference, stating that he did not violate any rules or reveal new information. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, … Read more
Yahaya Bello denies shunning EFCC’s invitation, calling it lies. He challenges EFCC to produce the invitation letter. Bello asserts he’s not afraid of EFCC’s intimidation tactics. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the immediate past Governor of Kogi State, Yahaya Bello, has denied claims of shunning the invitation from the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission … Read more
Yahaya Bello has been in the eye of the storm for alleged corruption. In the past few days, the former Kogi governor has engaged in a cat and mouse race with the EFCC. The anti-graft agency has made a fresh revelation about Bello’s alleged corrupt practices. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Economic and Financial … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Court of Appeal in Abuja will today (Monday) hear the appeal lodged by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission against the order of a Kogi State High Court which restrained the anti-graft agency from arresting the immediate-past governor of Kogi State, Yahaya Bello. The Kogi court, in a ruling … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Prominent human rights lawyer and Senior Advocate of Nigeria, Chief Mike Ozekhome has refuted a claim attributed to him in a recent online article that questioned the handling of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) cases involving former governors, including the immediate past governor of Kogi State, Yahaya Bello. … Read more
Embattled former Kogi State Governor Yahaya Bello not harbored by family of late Prince Abubakar Audu Audu family denies allegations of providing refuge to Bello at their residence in Ogbonocha Family emphasizes their home is strictly a private residence, not a sanctuary for political figures Eko Hot Blog reports that the family of the late … Read more
Speculations arise regarding former Kogi Governor Yahaya Bello’s alleged plan to leave the country amidst EFCC investigation. Sources suggest Bello aims to join his wife and investments in a North African nation after narrowly escaping arrest during an EFCC raid in Abuja. Critics condemn Bello’s tenure, alleging mismanagement, corruption, and oppression in Kogi State. EKO … Read more
Civil society organizations criticize EFCC’s tactics against former Kogi governor, citing anti-democratic behavior. More than 120 CSOs gather in Lagos to denounce Federal Government’s handling of EFCC’s actions. Activists call for adherence to rule of law, warn against undermining judicial system. EKO HOT BLOG reports that several civil society organizations have criticized the Economic and Financial … Read more
Former Kogi Governor Yahaya Bello wanted by EFCC for alleged money laundering of over N80 billion Bello’s aide-de-camp and security details arrested for aiding his escape from EFCC Current Kogi Governor Usman Ododo accused of helping Bello evade arrest Eko Hot Blog reports that the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has intensified its pursuit … Read more