EFCC warns Yahaya Bello’s Successor About Obstructing Operations

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has issued a stern caution to the public, emphasizing that impeding its activities constitutes a serious criminal act.

According to Dele Oyewale, the EFCC’s spokesperson, obstructing the lawful duties of EFCC officers is illegal and punishable under Section 38(2) of the EFCC Establishment Act, carrying a minimum prison sentence of five years.

This warning follows reports indicating that former Kogi Governor, Yahaya Bello, was removed from his Abuja residence by his successor, Gov. Usman Ododo, to evade arrest and prosecution by the EFCC for alleged money laundering totaling N80.2 billion.

Oyewale expressed concern over the growing trend of individuals and groups attempting to thwart EFCC operations, often resorting to violence by hiring thugs.

He stressed that despite facing such provocations, EFCC operatives have shown restraint to maintain law and order, which unfortunately has been misinterpreted as weakness.

In response, the EFCC asserts that it will no longer tolerate any form of obstruction, warning that any individual or organization attempting to impede its operations will face severe consequences.

The commission remains resolute in its commitment to upholding the law and ensuring accountability without fear or favor.