Latest Update: Yahaya Bello’s ADC, Security Details Held In Police Custody Amidst Escalating Tensions

Latest Update: Yahaya Bello’s ADC, Security Details Held In Police Custody Amidst Escalating Tensions

In a significant turn of events, the Nigeria Police Force has detained the female aide-de-camp (ADC) and several police officers attached to former Governor Yahaya Bello of Kogi State amidst suspicions of aiding his evasion from law enforcement. The detentions took place at the State Criminal Investigation Department in Abuja, as disclosed by authoritative police sources to Punch.The move came following a directive issued by Inspector General of Police, Olukayode Egbetokun, on Thursday night, ordering the immediate withdrawal of these officers from Bello, who is currently entangled in legal battles.Bello was slated for arrest by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) at his Abuja residence on Wednesday but managed to evade capture.According to anonymous police sources, the ADC and detained officers are under scrutiny for potential complicity in Bello’s escape, sparking significant concern within security circles.This development marks a critical juncture in the ongoing case against Bello, who faces corruption allegations stemming from his tenure as governor.Sources revealed that the ADC and other police personnel attached to Bello were detained on the suspicion of aiding and abetting the former governor’s flight from the EFCC.