Nigerian Immigration declares Yahaya Bello wanted
The Nigerian Immigration Service (NIS), on Thursday, placed Yahaya Bello, immediate past governor of Kogi State, on watch list amid allegations of N80.2 billion money laundering by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC).
This development occurred shortly after the anti-graft agency had issued a wanted notice for Bello, in relation to allegations of laundering.
The watch list circular, dated April 18, 2024, was signed by DS Umar, Assistant Comptroller of Immigration, on behalf of Kemi Nandap.
The service provided details including the name, nationality, and passport number (B50083321) of the former governor as part of identification in the document.
- “I am directed to inform you that the above-named person has been placed on the watch list.
- “Suffice to mention that the subject is being prosecuted before the Federal High Court Abuja for conspiracy, breach of trust, and money laundering vide letter Ref; CR; 3000/EFCC/LS/EGCS.1/ TE/Vide/1/279 dated April 18, 2024.
- “If seen at any entry or exit point, he should be arrested and referred to the Director of Investigation or contact 08036226329/07039617304 for further action,” the circular read.
