Court Adjourns Yahaya Bello’s Money Laundering Trial to April as First Witness Testifies
Abuja, Nigeria – January 29, 2025
The Federal Capital Territory High Court has adjourned the trial of former Kogi State Governor, Yahaya Bello, in an alleged money laundering case to April 3, April 24, and May 6, 2025.
The decision came after the prosecution’s first witness, Fabian Nworah, a property developer, testified in court.
Despite plans to call five witnesses, Justice Maryann Anenih allowed only one, citing a tight schedule.
Meanwhile, the defense team, led by Joseph Daudu, SAN, protested the prosecution’s failure to provide key documents, including witness statements, arguing that legal proceedings should not be a “hide and seek” game.
The prosecution countered, insisting that all relevant documents had been served and accused the defense of attempting to delay the trial.
During his testimony, Nworah stated that a property transaction involving Shehu Bello and EFAB Property was investigated by the EFCC, leading to a N550 million refund—but he did not directly mention Yahaya Bello in his submission.
The case will resume in April, with more witnesses expected to testify.
