The embattled former governor of Kogi State, Yahaya Bello, was released from custody on Friday, December 20, following allegations of corruption and embezzlement of state funds.
Adamu Duza, spokesperson for the Nigeria Correctional Service (NCoS), FCT Command, disclosed that the former governor was released from Kuje prison after meeting the bail conditions.
“Yahaya Bello has been released after meeting the bail conditions. He was released this evening (Friday),” Duza stated.
“The Controller of NCoS FCT, Ajibogun Olatubosun, was on the ground to ensure his smooth release and that all protocols were observed.”
Bello's release has caused jubilation among his fans and loyalists, especially Governor Usman Ododo, the current governor of Kogi State.
In a viral video, Ododo and some close allies of Bello were seen celebrating the former governor's return.
The video has raised eyebrows among many Nigerians, who have questioned the celebration of a man accused of corrupt practices — a clear depiction of how society standards have fallen.
See some reactions below as highlighted by Legit.ng.
@flourish007: Corruption has become the hallmark of our nation. Aside from our large population, what exactly are we getting right? This man, in less than two years, paid 100 million in cash to campaign for the presidency. He allegedly looted his state and has now been released on bail to enjoy his loot. In sane countries, rogues like this aren’t allowed to enjoy the proceeds of their crimes.
@IsaacNyianshima: This guy is a terrible disappointment. Ahhh!!!!
@anthonyabakporo: These are the bunch Police doesn't want us to curse ?
@PrinceE81835820: Just imagine how politicians are celebrating a looter who looted poor KONGI State wealth. Abomination.
@nzebenneth: When the person that steal chicken and egg is being sentenced to death, the person that they alleged stealing billions is being celebrated.
TRENDING VIDEO: Ododo celebrates as Yahaya Bello returns home on bail pic.twitter.com/GzxvJKnAeM
— TheCable (@thecableng) December 20, 2024
