By Milcah Tanimu

Mr. Ola Olukoyede, the Executive Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), revealed efforts made to invite former Kogi State Governor, Yahaya Bello, for questioning regarding alleged money laundering activities totaling N80,246,470,089.88.

Speaking at the EFCC’s Corporate Headquarters in Abuja, Olukoyede stated that he personally reached out to Bello via telephone to facilitate his appearance before EFCC investigators. Despite offering various options, including interrogation in Olukoyede’s office, Bello declined, citing concerns about media presence.

Olukoyede expressed concern over reported misappropriation involving Bello, highlighting instances such as transferring government funds to a bureau de change for his children’s school fees and uncovering fraudulent peer-to-peer trading schemes.

Reaffirming the EFCC’s commitment to economic stability, Olukoyede emphasized the agency’s recent successes in recovering funds and securing convictions. He urged Nigerians to support the EFCC’s efforts, emphasizing its importance in Nigeria’s development.

The revelation sheds light on the challenges faced by anti-corruption agencies in tackling financial misconduct, underscoring the importance of cooperation in combating corruption for national progress.