On the night of September 18, operatives from the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) descended on the Kogi Government Lodge in Asokoro, attempting to forcibly arrest former Governor Yahaya Bello. Bello's Media Director, Ohiare Michael, reported that the EFCC agents were firing shots during the incident.
"We have been informed that individuals believed to be EFCC operatives are currently at the Kogi Government Lodge, trying to arrest former Governor Yahaya Bello while shooting sporadically. We want to make it clear that the EFCC should be held responsible if anything happens to him. This assault was unnecessary, as the former governor had already made himself available for questioning at their office. The EFCC had no inquiries for him earlier, yet now they are pursuing his arrest.
This behavior is unacceptable and highlights why many Nigerians feel the EFCC is engaged in political battles rather than genuinely addressing corruption. This incident reveals deeper issues beyond the fight against corruption. We will continue to update Nigerians," the statement declared.