The National President of Miyetti Allah Kauta Hore, Bello Bodejo, was arraigned before the Federal High Court in Abuja on Thursday over allegations of money laundering involving 2.63 million dollars.
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Bodejo is also facing charges of alleged terrorism financing brought against him by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC).
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According to court documents, the anti-graft agency filed a 12-count charge against him. The charge was dated June 24 and filed on June 25, with Bodejo listed as the only defendant in the case.
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When the matter came up before Justice Inyang Ekwo, EFCC counsel, Wahab Shittu (SAN), informed the court that the case was scheduled for the defendant to enter his plea.
Defence counsel, Ahmed Raji (SAN), did not object to the commencement of the proceedings.
After the charges were read in open court, Bodejo pleaded not guilty to all 12 counts filed against him.
The case is expected to proceed in line with the court’s schedule as the prosecution seeks to prove the allegations against the Miyetti Allah leader, while the defendant prepares to challenge the charges before the court.
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