Kogi Ex-Governor Yahaya Bello's Fraud Trial Adjourned

The Federal High Court in Abuja has adjourned the trial of former Kogi State Governor Yahaya Bello, who faces allegations of money laundering totaling N80.2 billion. The adjournment is set for May 6-7, 2026, as the court continues to hear the case.

Abdullahi Jamilu Bello, the 12th prosecution witness, is being cross-examined regarding 19 counts of criminal breach of trust and money laundering. The court dismissed the defense's objections to the prosecution's attempt to re-present Exhibit 46, which the EFCC had previously described as speculative.

During the proceedings, Jamilu testified about transactions involving companies such as Wale Oil and Gas, Forza Oil, and Aleshua Services, and acknowledged discrepancies in documents related to school fee payments. Justice Emeka Nwite presided over the case, which has seen various defense witnesses and documents presented, with the next hearing scheduled to continue the cross-examination.