{"id":27910,"date":"2024-04-18T11:05:36","date_gmt":"2024-04-18T11:05:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/abujacityjournal.com\/livenews\/?p=27910"},"modified":"2024-04-18T11:05:36","modified_gmt":"2024-04-18T11:05:36","slug":"efcc-threatens-military-action-to-apprehend-yahaya-bello-from-hiding","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/abujacityjournal.com\/livenews\/2024\/04\/18\/efcc-threatens-military-action-to-apprehend-yahaya-bello-from-hiding\/","title":{"rendered":"EFCC Threatens Military Action to Apprehend Yahaya Bello from Hiding"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"flex-1 overflow-hidden\">\n<div class=\"react-scroll-to-bottom--css-rsqgs-79elbk h-full\">\n<div class=\"react-scroll-to-bottom--css-rsqgs-1n7m0yu\">\n<div class=\"flex flex-col text-sm pb-9\">\n<div class=\"w-full text-token-text-primary\" dir=\"auto\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-39\">\n<div class=\"px-4 py-2 justify-center text-base md:gap-6 m-auto\">\n<div class=\"flex flex-1 text-base mx-auto gap-3 juice:gap-4 juice:md:gap-6 md:px-5 lg:px-1 xl:px-5 md:max-w-3xl lg:max-w-[40rem] xl:max-w-[48rem]\">\n<div class=\"relative flex w-full flex-col agent-turn\">\n<div class=\"flex-col gap-1 md:gap-3\">\n<div class=\"flex flex-grow flex-col max-w-full\">\n<div class=\"min-h-[20px] text-message flex flex-col items-start gap-3 whitespace-pre-wrap break-words [.text-message+&amp;]:mt-5 overflow-x-auto\" dir=\"auto\" data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"0a6c1d19-98bd-4394-855e-ef48992db500\">\n<div class=\"markdown prose w-full break-words dark:prose-invert light\">\n<p>The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has escalated its efforts to apprehend the immediate-past governor of Kogi State, Yahaya Bello, who has reportedly been evading arrest.<\/p>\n<p>In a dramatic turn of events, the EFCC has hinted at the possibility of involving the military to forcibly remove Bello from his alleged hiding place. The former governor, who is facing allegations of financial mismanagement during his tenure, has been evading authorities in recent weeks.<\/p>\n<p>The EFCC&#8217;s attempt to arrest Bello at his Abuja residence was thwarted by external forces, prompting the commission to explore alternative measures. Reports suggest that Bello may be seeking refuge within the Kogi State Government House, under the protection of Governor Ahmed Ododo&#8217;s immunity as provided by Section 308 of the 1999 Constitution.<\/p>\n<p>Despite the legal shield provided by immunity, the EFCC remains determined to bring Bello to justice. During court proceedings on Thursday, the EFCC&#8217;s Counsel, Mr. Kemi Pinheiro, SAN, affirmed the commission&#8217;s resolve to ensure Bello&#8217;s appearance in court for trial.<\/p>\n<p>Pinheiro asserted, &#8220;We may have to invite the military to move Yahaya Bello out of where he is hiding&#8230; Immunity does not cover him where he is hiding. No one is above the law. Immunity covers only the governor and not everyone around him.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p>The EFCC&#8217;s threat of military intervention underscores the gravity of the situation and the commission&#8217;s commitment to upholding the rule of law. As the standoff continues, the pursuit of justice against Bello remains a priority for the EFCC.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><button class=\"cursor-pointer absolute z-10 rounded-full bg-clip-padding border text-token-text-secondary border-token-border-light right-1\/2 bg-token-main-surface-primary bottom-5\"><\/button><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has escalated its efforts to apprehend the immediate-past governor of Kogi State, Yahaya Bello, who has reportedly been evading arrest. In a dramatic turn of events, the EFCC has hinted at the possibility of involving the military to forcibly remove Bello from his alleged hiding place. 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