Court Remands Yahaya Bello in Kuje Prison, Adjourns Case to January 29

December 11, 2024

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Yahaya Bello

Former Kogi State Governor Yahaya Bello has been remanded in Kuje Prison following an Abuja Federal High Court ruling on Wednesday, December 11, 2024. Justice Okon Abang ordered the remand after dismissing Bello’s bail application in connection with charges of corruption and abuse of office during his tenure as governor.

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) accused Bello of misappropriating public funds amounting to billions of naira. According to court documents, the funds were allegedly siphoned through fraudulent contracts and diversion of state resources meant for developmental projects. The former governor has denied all allegations, claiming they are politically motivated.

During the court session, Bello’s legal team sought his release on bail, citing health concerns and his status as a former public servant. However, Justice Abang rejected the application, emphasizing the gravity of the charges and the need to ensure that the accused remains available for trial. The judge adjourned the case to January 29, 2025, for further proceedings.

Meanwhile, the remand has stirred reactions across political and public circles. Senator Dino Melaye, a prominent critic of Bello, took to social media to mock the former governor, stating, “He will now spend Christmas in Kuje Prison.” Melaye’s remarks have intensified the debate around Bello’s prosecution, with supporters and detractors expressing varying opinions about the case’s political undertones.

Bello’s legal representatives have announced plans to file a fresh bail application, vowing to challenge the remand order. They maintain that their client deserves fair treatment and argue that the accusations lack substantial evidence.

The EFCC, however, insists that the case against Bello is backed by solid proof, including financial records and testimonies from whistleblowers. The commission has called for a thorough trial to ensure accountability for the alleged financial crimes.

The case is one of several high-profile prosecutions initiated under the current administration’s anti-corruption drive, which aims to curb mismanagement of public funds and promote good governance.

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