The Federal Capital Territory High Court in Abuja has ordered the remand of former Kogi State Governor Yahaya Bello at Kuje Correctional Centre over allegations of ₦110.4 billion fraud, including money laundering and criminal breach of trust.
Justice MaryAnne Anenih rejected Bello’s bail application, stating it was premature as it was filed before his arraignment.
She ruled that the application did not meet the necessary procedural requirements and adjourned the case to January 29 and 30, 2025, for further hearings.
Bello, who surrendered to the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) after being declared wanted, faces charges alongside two other individuals, Umar Oricha and Abdulsalami Hudu.
The court granted bail to the co-defendants under strict conditions, including property ownership in Abuja and the submission of their travel documents.
The EFCC opposed Bello’s bail application, citing procedural issues, while his defence counsel argued that he was not a flight risk.
Justice Anenih upheld the EFCC’s stance and ordered Bello’s continued detention.
The case will resume in January for further proceedings.
