Fayose news

Ayo Fayose is a Nigerian politician who served as the Governor of Ekiti State from 2014 to 2018. Here are some recent news updates about him:

  1. Arrest and Detention: In October 2018, Fayose was arrested by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) on allegations of misappropriating public funds during his tenure as governor. He was detained for several months before being granted bail in November 2018.
  2. Trial: Fayose's trial began in November 2018, with the EFCC accusing him of stealing N2.2 billion from the state's treasury. He has denied the allegations, claiming they are politically motivated.
  3. Health Issues: In January 2020, Fayose was hospitalized in Ado-Ekiti, the capital of Ekiti State, after complaining of chest pains. He was later discharged from the hospital and returned to his home.
  4. Political Activities: Despite his legal troubles, Fayose has remained active in Nigerian politics. In 2020, he announced his intention to run for the presidency in the 2023 elections, but later withdrew his candidacy.
  5. Support for PDP: Fayose has been a vocal supporter of the People's Democratic Party (PDP), the main opposition party in Nigeria. He has criticized the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) and called for the party's leaders to be held accountable for alleged corruption.
  6. Controversy over N1.3 billion: In February 2020, Fayose was accused of misappropriating N1.3 billion meant for the construction of a flyover in Ado-Ekiti. He denied the allegations, claiming they were false and politically motivated.
  7. EFCC's Fresh Charges: In March 2020, the EFCC filed fresh charges against Fayose, accusing him of stealing N1.3 billion from the state's treasury. Fayose has denied the allegations and vowed to clear his name.

These are some of the recent news updates about Ayo Fayose. As a prominent Nigerian politician, his activities and controversies are often reported in the media.