Ex-Gov Yahaya Bello Cancels Trip, Currently In Hiding To Evade EFCC Arrest

The immediate past governor of Kogi State, Yahaya Bello, is currently in hiding and on Monday cancelled his trip to Okene town, in order not to “expose” himself to operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) who are on the lookout for him, SaharaReporters has learnt.

Top government sources said Bello was still at the Government House, Lokoja, where he could enjoy the “protection” of his predecessor and godson, Usman Ododo, while other sources claimed his whereabouts are unknown.

It was reported on Monday, January 29, that the EFCC concluded plans to probe Bello for alleged fraud and corrupt practices he was involved in during his eight-year tenure.

It had been learnt that the commission would invite Yahaya Bello for questioning to account for his eight years of administration.

It was reported how Bello’s tenure ended as the youngest governor in Kogi State last Saturday. He was succeeded by his party man, Usman Ododo.

Speaking on Tuesday, January 30, a top source said, “EFCC is currently after Bello. He was meant to go to Okene but when he heard of their presence, he cancelled it and is hiding in Government House, Lokoja currently.”

“He’s clearly attempting to evade arrest and he may have also left the Government House,” another source said.