Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan of Kogi Central senatorial district has called on the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to diligently pursue the investigation into the alleged N80.2 billion fraud involving the former governor of Kogi State, Yahaya Bello.
In a statement, Senator Akpoti-Uduaghan applauded the EFCC’s efforts in probing Bello’s alleged financial misconduct and urged the anti-graft agency to ensure the case reaches its conclusion.
Expressing surprise at Bello’s failure to honour the EFCC’s invitation, Senator Akpoti-Uduaghan emphasized the importance of respecting Nigeria’s laws and constitution, especially for someone who has served as a state’s chief security officer.
She stated, “I was surprised to hear that Yahaya Bello evaded the invitation from the EFCC, despite having served as Kogi’s former chief security officer.
“As a former governor, he should understand the importance of respecting Nigeria’s laws and constitution.
“It’s a well-known fact that ‘he who comes into equity must come with clean hands’. As such, I advise him to honour the invitation and clear his name while he still has the chance.
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“I’d also like to take this moment to appreciate the diligence of the EFCC in handling the case so far.
“No Nigerian is above the law, and therefore, the agency must see this case through to the end if they are to gain the trust of both Nigerians and the international community in the fight against corruption,” she added.
