The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission has denied accusations of not obeying a court order for former Kogi State Governor, Yahaya Bello.
There is ongoing debate about whether the EFCC disobeyed a court order related to the failed arrest of Bello.
The EFCC released a statement clarifying that although Bello had sought protection under a court order from the Kogi State High Court, it did not cancel a separate order from the Federal High Court for his arrest.
The EFCC emphasized that the Kogi State High Court's order did not invalidate the Federal High Court's order for the arrest of the former governor for his trial.
According to Uwujaren, the Kogi State High Court's order only granted protection for Bello's personal liberty and freedom of movement, and did not prevent the Federal High Court from making any necessary orders for the applicant and the respondent in the case.
The EFCC stressed that the Federal High Court's order for Bello's arrest for his trial is not in conflict with the Kogi State High Court's order. The case at the Federal High Court involves criminal charges, which is distinct from the fundamental rights protection case currently under appeal.
Uwujaren highlighted the EFCC's history of prosecuting politically influential individuals and reaffirmed its commitment to serving the nation's best interests.
He urged Bello to surrender and respond to the charges brought against him by the EFCC.
He called on all patriotic Nigerians to show their support for the Commission, emphasizing that the EFCC is unwavering in its fight against corruption.
