The reported arrest of Yahaya Bello, former Governor of Kogi State, by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has sparked controversy, with conflicting reports surrounding the circumstances of his alleged arrest.

According to Bello's media team, he voluntarily honored the EFCC's invitation and visited their office with his family, legal team, and political allies. However, sources within the EFCC initially claimed that Bello was apprehended in a midnight sting operation in Lokoja. 

The EFCC has since clarified that Yahaya Bello is not in their custody, despite having a subsisting warrant for his arrest on alleged N80.2 billion money laundering charges. 

The breakdown of the conflicting reports are:

- *EFCC's Initial Claim*: Bello was arrested in Lokoja in a midnight operation. 
- *Bello's Media Team*: Bello voluntarily honored EFCC's invitation 
- *EFCC's Update*: Bello is not in EFCC custody, but has a subsisting warrant for his arrest 

It seems the situation is still unfolding, and we'll have to wait for further updates to know what's really going on.

Yahaya Bello: EFCC Controversy Deepens

The reported arrest and subsequent release of former Kogi State Governor Yahaya Bello by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has sparked intense controversy.

Conflicting Reports:

- EFCC sources claimed Bello was arrested in a midnight sting operation in Lokoja.
- Bello's media team maintained he voluntarily honored the EFCC's invitation.
- EFCC later clarified Bello is not in their custody, despite a subsisting warrant for his arrest on alleged N80.2 billion money laundering charges.

Bello's Media Office Statement:

- Bello honored EFCC's invitation after consultations with family, legal team, and allies.
- He has great respect for the rule of law and seeks due process.
- The case is before a competent court, with Bello represented by his legal team.

EFCC's Position:

- Bello remains wanted for alleged N80.2 billion money laundering charges.
- A subsisting warrant for his arrest exists.

Latest Developments:

- EFCC operatives allegedly laid siege to Kogi Government Lodge, Asokoro, attempting to arrest Bello.
- Bello's media office condemns the action, questioning EFCC's motives.

The situation remains tense, with many Nigerians calling for transparency and fairness in the handling of Bello's case.