Gunshots Reported as Governor Ododo Allegedly Helps Yahaya Bello Evade EFCC Arrest.
Tension escalated in FCT, Abuja, as sporadic gunshots reverberated through the air during an attempt by officials of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to apprehend former Governor Yahaya Bello. Governor Ahmed Ododo of Kogi State reportedly departed Bello’s residence amid the chaos, leading to a heightened security situation.
The incident unfolded as EFCC officials, supported by the police and Department of State Services (DSS), descended on Bello’s residence with intentions to effect his arrest. Despite hours of standoff, the authorities were unable to secure their mission, prompting fears of a violent confrontation.
Eyewitnesses reported that Governor Ododo arrived at Bello’s compound and subsequently left, coinciding with reports of Bello being in his vehicle. This development allegedly led security operatives to resort to firing gunshots, triggering panic among protesters, journalists, onlookers, and passers-by who scrambled for safety.
According to reports, Governor Ododo is purportedly opposed to the EFCC’s attempt to arrest Bello, further complicating the situation and raising questions about political dynamics in the region.
As the situation unfolds, concerns mount over the potential escalation of violence and the implications for law enforcement efforts. Updates on the incident are anticipated as investigations continue.
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