EFCC Reveals Next Step as Yahaya Bello Secures Court Order
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has responded to reports circulating regarding a court order allegedly halting them from arresting Yahaya Bello, the embattled former Governor of Kogi State. In a statement released on Monday and made available to News men, the EFCC clarified its position on the matter.
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According to the statement signed by the EFCC’s Acting Director of Public Affairs, Mr. Wilson Uwujaren, the Commission refuted claims of disobeying any court order in relation to the attempted arrest of Mr. Yahaya Adoza Bello. Despite Bello seeking refuge in a fundamental rights enforcement action through an order granted by Justice Isa Jamil Abdulallahi of the Kogi State High Court, the EFCC emphasized that this order did not invalidate an earlier order issued by the Federal High Court for Bello’s arrest in connection with his arraignment.
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The EFCC highlighted that the Kogi State High Court’s order solely granted Bello’s right to personal liberty and freedom of movement, without impeding the Federal High Court’s authority to issue orders relevant to the criminal charges against Bello. Uwujaren clarified, “The Order made by the Federal High Court for the arrest of Mr. Yahaya Bello for the purpose of his arraignment is not in conflict with the Order of the Kogi State High Court.
Uwujaren reaffirmed the EFCC’s commitment to upholding the rule of law and its successful track record in prosecuting politically exposed persons. He urged Bello to cooperate with the EFCC and face the charges against him, emphasizing that the Commission will continue to pursue its mandate in the nation’s best interest.
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The EFCC spokesperson concluded by calling on patriotic Nigerians to support the Commission’s efforts in combating corruption, assuring that the EFCC remains steadfast in its mission to eradicate corruption in Nigeria.
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