The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, has granted administrative bail to Umar Oricha and Abdulsalami Hudu, co-defendants of former Kogi State Governor, Umar Oricha and Abdulsalami Hudu in an ongoing money laundering case.
EFCC’s counsel, Jamiu Agoro, informed Justice Maryann Anenih of the Abuja High Court on Thursday, citing the anti-graft agency’s compliance with the 30-day court order for the governor’s summons.
The case involves a 16-count charge against Bello, who is joined by Oricha and Hudu as co-defendants. The EFCC’s legal representative requested a case adjournment, noting that the 30-day summons window issued for Bello’s appearance is still active. Agoro suggested resuming on November 27, a date agreed upon by defense counsel due to scheduling conflicts.
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Aliyu Saiki, SAN, counsel for the 2nd defendant, and ZE Abass, representing the 3rd defendant, both confirmed their clients’ bail and had no objections to the adjournment.
Justice Anenih granted the EFCC’s adjournment application and approved a notice of hearing to be posted at the former governor’s last known address.
