Court to Rule on EFCC's Evidence in Yahaya Bello Trial

The Federal High Court in Abuja, presided over by Justice Emeka Nwite, has set April 24 for a ruling on the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission's (EFCC) plea to re-present exhibit 46 in the ongoing money laundering trial of former Kogi State Governor Yahaya Bello. Bello's counsel, Joseph Daudu SAN, opposed the EFCC's request, arguing that the evidence contradicts the prosecution's initial statements.

The EFCC's counsel, Kemi Pinheiro SAN, sought to introduce this evidence, claiming it was necessary to support their case. Daudu contended that the evidence presented by the EFCC did not align with the written initial statement provided by Abdullahi Jamilu, which involved the conversion of certain funds deposited in accounts linked to Kumfayakum Global Limited.

The court's decision will determine whether the EFCC can proceed with this evidence in the trial against Bello.