The court, presided over by Justice Maryanne Anenih, also adjourned Bello’s trial to February 25, 2025, after rejecting his bail application. The judge highlighted procedural lapses, noting that the application was filed prematurely before Bello was either present in court or officially in custody.

Bello, alongside two co-defendants, is facing serious allegations brought by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) in case number CR/7781. The charges include conspiracy, criminal breach of trust, and unlawful possession of property tied to an alleged N110 billion misappropriation of state funds.

The EFCC’s investigations have unveiled a trail of questionable property acquisitions linked to Bello, including:

• No. 35 Danube Street, Maitama District, Abuja, valued at N950 million.
• No. 1160 Cadastral Zone C03, Gwarimpa II District, Abuja, worth N100 million.
• No. 2 Justice Chukwudifu Oputa Street, Asokoro, Abuja, valued at N920 million.

This case has drawn significant public attention, with many awaiting the outcome of the trial to see how justice unfolds in one of Nigeria's most prominent corruption cases.