The embattled former Governor of Kogi State, Yahaya Bello on Wednesday honoured the invitation of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC in Abuja.
Recall that Bello had been declared wanted by the EFCC for alleged fraud and corrupt enrichment to the tune of N82 billion while in office.
His appearance at the EFCC facility was contained in a statement by his media team. The team revealed that the decision to honour the invitation was after due consultations with family, legal team and political allies.
The statement reads: “The former Governor, who has great respect for the rule of law and constituted authority, had, all the while, only sought the enforcement of his fundamental rights in order to ensure due process.
“The case has been before a competent court of jurisdiction. And Alhaji Yahaya Bello had been duly represented by his legal team at every hearing. It is important for the former Governor to now honour the invitation of the EFCC. And to clear his name as he has nothing to hide and nothing to fear.
“The former Governor believes firmly in the efforts of the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to place Nigeria on the path of sustainable economic development. And he supports the fight against corruption in the country.
“It is on record that he was the first Governor of Kogi State to put in place an anti-corruption mechanism to check graft. And he ensured that the resources of the State work for the people of the State.
“He was accompanied to the EFCC Headquarters by high profile Nigerians.
“It is our hope that the Commission will be as professional as necessary. And also respect his fundamental rights as a citizen of the Federal Republic of Nigeria.
“Details of his engagement with the operatives of the Anti-Graft Agency will be disclosed later.”
source: The Nation
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