Yahaya Bello Pleads Not Guilty to 16-Count Fraud Charge

Former Kogi State Governor, Yahaya Bello, has pleaded not guilty to the 16-count charge brought against him by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). This comes after he responded to the EFCC's invitation on Tuesday.

The EFCC has filed a case alleging a 110 billion naira fraud against Bello.

Dressed in a white kaftan and blue cap, Bello arrived at the court accompanied by EFCC officials. His co-defendants, Umar Oricha and Abdulsalami Hudu, have been granted administrative bail by the commission.

At the previous hearing on November 14, the EFCC requested an adjournment to Wednesday, November 27, in order to allow the 30-day period for the summons issued earlier to run its course. The commission also requested an extension for Bello's appearance in court.