Nigeria, Jan. 12 -- The Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Ola Olukoyede, has reaffirmed that the prosecution of former Kogi State Governor, Yahaya Bello, is actively before the courts, dismissing claims that the anti-graft agency is responsible for delays in the case.

Olukoyede, who had previously vowed to resign if Bello was not prosecuted, said he has fulfilled his mandate by ensuring that the former governor is investigated and charged accordingly.

Speaking on Sunday Politics aired on Channels Television And Monitored by The News Chronicle, the EFCC chairman responded to public concerns over the pace of the trial.

"Have I not made good that promise of commitment? Is Yahaya Bello not being prosecuted? ...