Former Kogi State governor Yahaya Bello remains at large, after he declared wanted Thursday by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission over a case of alleged N80b money laundering scheme.
Consequently, the Inspector General of Police, Olukayode Egbetokun,Friday ordered all police details attached to Mr. Bello be withdrawn.
On Wednesday when the EFCC laid siege to Mr. Bello’s residence in Abuja, his security set up, including policeman prevented him from being arrested, before the incumbent governor of Kogi State Usman Ododo came and ferried him to unknown destination.
“IG has ordered the withdrawal of all policemen attached to His Excellency and former Executive Governor of Kogi State, Yahaya Bello,” said a police document made available to the media.
“Acknowledge compliance and treat with utmost importance. Please, above, for your information and strict compliance.”
Meanwhile, the
Nigerian Immigration Service has placed Mr. Bello on its watchlist.
In a statement signed by DS Umar, assistant comptroller of immigration, on behalf of Kemi Nandap, comptroller-general of the NIS, the agency said, “I am directed to inform you that the above-named person has been placed on the watch list,” said a statement signed by the NIS assistant comptroller, D.S Umar.
“Suffice to mention that the subject is being prosecuted before the Federal High Court Abuja for conspiracy, breach of trust, and money laundering vide letter Ref; CR; 3000/EFCC/LS/EGCS.1/ TE/Vide/1/279 dated April 18, 2024.
“If seen at any entry or exit point, he should be arrested and referred to the Director of Investigation or contact 08036226329/07039617304 for further action.”
