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 The withdrawals occurred between 2016 and 2018, with large sums withdrawn on various dates.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, 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.