Former Kogi State Governor Yahaya Bello has been released from Kuje Custodial Centre after fulfilling the bail terms set by the Federal Capital Territory High Court, Maitama, Abuja.
The spokesperson for the Nigerian Correctional Service (FCT Command), Adamu Duza, confirmed the release on Friday, stating that necessary protocols were observed under the supervision of FCT Controller, Ajibogun Olatubosun.
Bello was granted bail on Thursday by Justice MaryAnne Anenih in the sum of N500 million, with conditions including three sureties owning property in high-value Abuja areas like Maitama, Guzape, or Asokoro.
He was also required to surrender his passport and obtain court permission to travel outside Nigeria.
The former governor faces charges of allegedly diverting N110 billion from Kogi State funds.
He pleaded not guilty to the 16-count charges brought by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC).
The trial for the case is scheduled to commence on January 29, 2025, following an earlier adjournment.
Bello also faces separate money laundering charges involving N80 billion at the Federal High Court in Abuja.