The Federal Government has officially placed the immediate-past Governor of Kogi State, Yahaya Bello, on a national watchlist.
Following a directive from the Comptroller General of the Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS), Kemi Nanna Nandap, security agencies across the country have been alerted to detain him at any point of entry or exit.
A memo detailing this directive was circulated to major security outfits including the Department of State Services (DSS), the Inspector General of Police, and the National Intelligence Agency (NIA).
Authored by ACI DS Umar, the memo outlines the reasons behind this significant action, highlighting charges of conspiracy, breach of trust, and money laundering against Bello. These charges are being pursued in the Federal High Court, Abuja.
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) had previously declared Bello wanted this Thursday, further intensifying legal pressures on him.
The memo also includes details of Bello’s international passport and instructions for his immediate arrest if located at any national borders. Contacts for the Director of Investigation were provided to ensure swift coordination when Bello is found.
The situation marks a notable escalation in the government’s crackdown on alleged corruption involving former state officials, sending a clear message of its commitment to legal accountability.
