The Federal High Court in Abuja has adjourned the money laundering case against former Kogi State Governor, Yahaya Bello, until October 30, 2024. The adjournment was granted by Justice Emeka Nwite following Bello's appeal to the Supreme Court to overturn an arrest warrant issued in April.
Bello's counsel, A.M. Adoyi, informed the court that the former governor had appealed the Court of Appeal's August 28 ruling, which directed him to appear for arraignment. Adoyi argued that the court should await the Supreme Court's decision before proceeding with Bello’s arraignment.
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) counsel, Kemi Pinheiro, criticized the defense, accusing them of stalling and turning the court into "entertainment." Pinheiro urged the judge to exercise his authority, arguing that the defendant had continuously avoided arraignment and disrespected the court’s orders.
Justice Nwite, after hearing both sides, decided to adjourn the case for ruling and arraignment. Bello faces 19 counts of money laundering and misappropriation of N80.2 billion.
