Eko Hot Blog reports that the former Governor of Kogi State, Yahaya Bello, has been placed on a watch list and no flight zone to prevent him from leaving the country through any land, air or sea borders. The Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) made this known in an internal circular on Thursday evening. Editor’s Picks … Read more
Bayo Onanuga is reacting to Yahaya Bello’s legal trouble. Bello is standing trial over alleged financial crimes valued at N80 billion. The Kogi governor has been declared wanted by the EFCC. Eko Hot Blog reports that the Special Adviser to President Bola Tinubu on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, has taunted an embattled former governor … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Inspector General of Police, Olukayode Egbetokun, has withdrawn all police officers attached to the embattled former Governor of Kogi State, Yahaya Bello. The IGP made the order for the withdrawal of the police escort known in a police wireless message on Thursday night. According to SaharaReporters, the document with … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Lateef Fagbemi, SAN, has publicly call on the former Kogi State Governor, Yahaya Bello, to cooperate with the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) in ongoing investigations. “Fagbemi, SAN, emphasizes the need for Yahaya Bello to willingly present himself to the anti-graft … Read more
EFCC Failed To Arraign Yahaya Bello Over His Absence In Court His lawyer referenced an ex parte order blocking EFCC from arresting or prosecuting him. EFCC is appealing this order at the Court of Appeal, leading to a delay in the arraignment process. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) on … Read more
EFCC to arraign Bello, Ali Bello, Dauda Suleiman, and Abdulsalam Hudu on 19 counts of money laundering Charges allege conspiracy to convert ₦80,246,470,088.88 in proceeds of unlawful activity Bello accused of indirectly acquiring several properties in Abuja using illicit funds Eko Hot Blog reports that the EFCC will arraign Bello, alongside Ali Bello, Dauda Suleiman, … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) on Wednesday issued a stern warning to members of the public, stating that it is a criminal offence to obstruct the commission’s officers from carrying out their lawful duties. The EFCC Establishment Act, Section 38(2)(a)(b), makes it clear that obstructing EFCC officers is … Read more
Federal High Court in Abuja grants EFCC permission to arrest Yahaya Bello. Warrant issued by Justice Emeka Nwite for preparatory arraignment. Kogi State High Court issues conflicting ruling, restraining EFCC action. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Federal High Court in Abuja has authorized the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to arrest former Kogi … Read more
Police and unidentified armed men block EFCC’s attempt to arrest ex-Governor Yahaya Bello. Tense standoff unfolds at Bello’s Abuja residence amidst legal battle and corruption allegations. Bello’s media office condemns EFCC’s actions, urges intervention to uphold rule of law. EKO HOT BLOG reports that In a tense standoff witnessed at the residence of embattled former Governor … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) agents have sealed off the residence of ex-Kogi State governor Yahaya Bello in Wuse, Abuja. According to SaharaReporters, the EFCC siege occurred shortly after the former governor met with President Bola Tinubu at the State House. Editor’s Picks JUST IN: Cubana Chief Priest … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Kogi State Government has leveled accusations against the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), alleging a targeted persecution of the immediate past governor, Yahaya Bello. In a statement issued on Friday by the state Commissioner for Information, Kingsley Fanwo, the government contended that the purported witch-hunt was instigated by certain … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Federal Government, through the Ministry of Steel Development, has announced its continuation with the concession process in a determined move to revive the long-dormant Ajaokuta Steel Company. This decision is aimed at catalyzing the commencement of operations and steel production within a three-year timeframe, adhering to President Bola Tinubu’s … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that a chieftain of the All Progressives Congress In Kogi State, Senator Smart Adeyemi has revealed that he couldn’t attend the inauguration of Kogi State Governor, Ahmed Ododo because he has been engaged outside the country at the ECOWAS Parliament’s first extraordinary session for 2024. In a statement signed by his … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the winner of the 2023 gubernatorial election in Kogi State, Usman Ododo, has been sworn in as the governor of the state. This comes barely three months after he was elected to take over from Yahaya Bello, who has completed his second term in office. Ododo took the oath of … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Kogi State Governor, Yahaya Bello, has expressed hope that the state will overtake Lagos or probably trail it in development. Bello spoke on Tuesday while leading the state governor-elect, Usman Ododo, on a visit to President Bola Tinubu’s wife, Oluremi. The governor said he envisions that Kogi state would … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the outgoing governor of Kogi State, Yahaya Bello has cast his vote at the polling unit 11 in Okene Agassa. Yahaya Bello who has been the Chief Security Officer of the confluence state since 2016 under the platform of the All Progressives Congress (APC) voted in the ongoing off-season governorship … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the incumbent Governor of Kogi State, Yahaya Bello, has declared that the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) will turn tomorrow’s off-cycle governorship election into a festive occasion. Governor Bello stated this while appealing to all stakeholders involved in the polls to maintain peace and orderliness. EDITOR’S PICKS Imo LP Candidate … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that Governor Yahaya Bello-led government has instructed all primary, secondary and tertiary institutions in the state to observe a compulsory holiday from Friday, November 10 to Tuesday, November 14, 2023. This online media platform gathered that the directive was issued by the Kogi State Commissioner for Education, Science and Technology, … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that President Bola Tinubu on Thursday in Abuja appealed to all candidates participating in the November 11 gubernatorial elections in Bayelsa, Imo, and Kogi States, as well as the electorate to ensure free and fair elections. According to a statement by the president’s spokesperson, Ajuri Ngelale, he made the appeal at … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Kogi State Governor, Yahaya Bello, has reacted to the Supreme Court’s Thursday verdict affirming the victory of President Bola Tiuubu at the Febuary 25 polls. Earlier, it was reported that Justice John Okoro-led panel unanimously held that the appeals of the presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), … Read more