EFCC Presents Evidence of ₦110.4 Billion Suspicious Cash Withdrawals in Kogi State Corruption Trial

The EFCC presented evidence in court detailing multiple suspicious cash withdrawals from Kogi State government accounts totaling ₦110.4 billion allegedly involving former Governor Yahaya Bello and co-defendants. The withdrawals occurred between 2016 and 2018, with large sums withdrawn on various dates.

Professor Kemi Pinheiro, a compliance officer at Zenith Bank (NGX: ZENITHBANK), testified about the consistent pattern of withdrawals and the sources of funds. The case involves 16 counts of criminal breach of trust and money laundering.

The prosecution is presenting a strong case against the accused individuals.