Yahaya Bello’s Media Team Accuses EFCC Of Acting On Behalf Of Desperate Individuals

Yahaya Bello’s Media Team Accuses EFCC Of Acting On Behalf Of Desperate Individuals

Former Kogi State Governor Yahaya Bello has accused the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) of attempting to tarnish his reputation. In a statement released on Wednesday by his media team, Bello claimed that the EFCC is acting under the influence of individuals who have personal interests in his case……CONTINUE READING 

Ohiare Michael, Director of Bello’s media team, highlighted procedural errors and questionable actions by the EFCC, suggesting that the agency’s actions are politically motivated rather than focused on fighting corruption. Michael criticized the EFCC for not interrogating or detaining Bello when he voluntarily appeared at their office, only to later raid the Kogi Government Lodge at night.

“If the EFCC were genuinely interested in prosecution and not engaging in a vendetta to humiliate the former governor, why did they not detain him when he voluntarily showed up?” Michael asked. He further alleged that the EFCC’s actions are an attempt to cater to certain collaborators and political interests, accusing the agency of turning a money laundering allegation into an international embarrassment.

Michael also warned the EFCC to respect the rule of law and stop dragging President Bola Tinubu’s name into the controversy. He expressed concern that the EFCC has resorted to questionable tactics to satisfy the personal interests of certain individuals.

The statement concluded by reiterating that Bello is ready to face justice, but the law must be fully obeyed by the EFCC. Michael emphasized that the former governor will continue to defend his rights in court and will not succumb to what he called a biased and oppressive campaign against him. He called on President Tinubu to investigate the EFCC’s actions in the case, stating that the agency’s conduct is damaging its credibility.