Ex-Kogi Governor Yahaya Bello Declares 2027 Senate Bid Amid N80 Billion EFCC Fraud Probe
Former Kogi State Governor Yahaya Bello has officially announced his candidacy for the Kogi Central Senatorial seat in the 2027 elections, despite facing an ongoing EFCC prosecution over alleged N80 billion fraud and money laundering during his tenure. Bello made the declaration at the palace of the Ohinoyi of Ebiraland, where he met traditional rulers, religious leaders, and constituents. His bid places him in direct contest with incumbent Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan. Bello denies all allegations, and his trial is expected to continue into 2026, with bank officials testifying on alleged suspicious transactions linked to his administration.
Former Kogi State Governor Yahaya Bello has officially announced his candidacy for the Kogi Central Senatorial seat in the 2027 elections, despite facing an ongoing EFCC prosecution over alleged N80 billion fraud and money laundering during his tenure. Bello made the declaration at the palace of the Ohinoyi of Ebiraland, where he met traditional rulers, religious leaders, and constituents. His bid places him in direct contest with incumbent Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan. Bello denies all allegations, and his trial is expected to continue into 2026, with bank officials testifying on alleged suspicious transactions linked to his administration.
Ex-Kogi Governor Yahaya Bello Declares 2027 Senate Bid Amid N80 Billion EFCC Fraud Probe
Former Kogi State Governor Yahaya Bello has officially announced his candidacy for the Kogi Central Senatorial seat in the 2027 elections, despite facing an ongoing EFCC prosecution over alleged N80 billion fraud and money laundering during his tenure. Bello made the declaration at the palace of the Ohinoyi of Ebiraland, where he met traditional rulers, religious leaders, and constituents. His bid places him in direct contest with incumbent Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan. Bello denies all allegations, and his trial is expected to continue into 2026, with bank officials testifying on alleged suspicious transactions linked to his administration.
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