Yahaya:EFCC Chairman Swore He Will Arrest Him,Today, Bello Is Promising To Fight Corruption-Farotimi

Nigerian lawyer and author, Dele Farotimi, has questioned the anti-corruption stance of former Kogi State Governor, Yahaya Bello, following reports of his ambition to serve as a senator.

Farotimi raised the issue while speaking during an interview on Sahara TV on Saturday, November 14, 2026. He drew attention to the contrast between Bello’s reported promise to fight corruption as a senator and the corruption allegations involving the former governor, which have been the subject of legal proceedings.

The lawyer also recalled the position previously taken by the Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), who, according to him, had vowed to prosecute Bello.

“Yahaya Bello, whom the EFCC chairman swore that he will prosecute him. Yahaya Bello is promising to fight corruption as a senator now,” Farotimi said.

His comments questioned the political developments surrounding the former governor, particularly the prospect of someone facing corruption-related allegations presenting himself as a champion of the fight against corruption.

Bello has been facing prosecution by the EFCC over allegations of money laundering involving approximately N80.2 billion. The former governor has denied wrongdoing in the case.

Farotimi’s remarks bring renewed attention to the relationship between political office, accountability and the fight against corruption in Nigeria.

Watch the video from stamp time 16:12 to 16:29 HERE

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