The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has debunked claims that Yahaya Bello turned himself in to their custody.
According to the statement released by the Commission signed and released by Head, Media & Publicity of the Commission.
Read the full statement below:
Yahaya Bello not in EFCC Custody
Media reports today that a former Governor of Kogi State, Mr. Yahaya Bello is in the holding facility of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, is incorrect. The Commission wishes to state that Bello is not in its custody.
Bello, already declared wanted by the Commission for alleged N80.2billion money laundering charges, remains wanted with a subsisting warrant for his arrest.
Dele Oyewale
Head, Media & Publicity
September 18, 2024