- The FCT High Court ordered the remand of former Kogi State Governor Yahaya Bello in Kuje Correctional Centre over alleged N110 billion fraud
- Senator Dino Melaye expressed satisfaction with the court’s decision, claiming he had predicted Bello’s imprisonment six years ago
- The N110 billion money laundering case could set a significant precedent, with legal analysts closely watching the proceedings scheduled for January and February 2025
A Federal Capital Territory (FCT) High Court has remanded former governor of Kogi state Yahaya Bello in Kuje correctional centre over an alleged N110 billion fraud case.
Legit.ng reported that the ruling came after the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) accused Bello of money laundering. This prompted Justice Maryann Anenih to adjourn the case for hearing on January 29 and 30 and February 25 and 27, 2025.