ABUJA— The Federal High Court sitting in Abuja, on Friday, declined to set aside the order it issued for the arrest for the immediate past Governor of Kogi State, Alhaji Yahaya Bello.
Mohammed, SAN, told the court that Bello had on the day he received a copy of the 19-count charge pending against him, expressed deep fear for his safety. He held that Bello’s decision to file the applications “is clearly showing his intention not to present himself for trial,” saying he ought to have made himself available upon becoming aware of the order of arrest that was issued against him.
“He ought to make himself available. He cannot sit in the comfort of his home to file applications before this court. Meanwhile, shortly after the ruling was delivered, Bello’s lawyer informed the court that the Court of Appeal is already seized with facts of the case. “My lord, this has to do with his right to life. If someone has genuine concern about his life, it ought to be considered.