The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has launched a new operation to arrest former Kogi State Governor Yahaya Bello, according to Ohiare Michael, Director of the Yahaya Bello Media Office. Michael reported that EFCC agents surrounded the Kogi Government Lodge in Asokoro, Abuja, and were firing sporadically during their attempt to apprehend Bello.

Michael criticized the EFCC’s approach, stating, “It has come to our notice that people suspected to be operatives of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission are currently around the Kogi Government Lodge, Asokoro, in an attempt to forcefully arrest former Governor Yahaya Bello. They were shooting sporadically.”

He claimed that Bello had previously visited the EFCC office voluntarily but was asked to return later. Despite this, the EFCC proceeded with the aggressive operation. Michael emphasized that the former governor had cooperated with the EFCC earlier in the day, making the evening’s action unnecessary and provocative.

“This action is condemnable,” Michael added. “They have displayed the very reason many Nigerians believe they were fighting political battles instead of focusing on their mandate to combat corruption.”

The EFCC’s recent move is seen by critics as a sign of political motivations rather than a genuine effort to address corruption. The situation remains tense as the EFCC continues its efforts, and further updates will be provided as the story develops.