Gabriel suswam latest news
Gabriel Suswam is a Nigerian politician who served as the Governor of Benue State from 2007 to 2015. Here are some of the latest news updates about him:
- Arrest and Detention: In 2015, Suswam was arrested by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) on allegations of corruption and money laundering. He has been in detention since then, pending trial.
- Trial: Suswam's trial began in 2016, with the EFCC accusing him of embezzling N3.1 billion while he was governor. The trial has been ongoing, with several adjournments and delays.
- Fresh Charges: In 2020, the EFCC filed fresh charges against Suswam, alleging that he laundered N10.8 billion while he was governor. The new charges are in addition to the earlier ones.
- Health Concerns: In 2020, there were reports that Suswam was ill and needed medical attention. His lawyers claimed that he was suffering from a kidney problem and needed urgent treatment.
- Release on Bail: In 2020, Suswam was granted bail by a Federal High Court in Abuja, pending the outcome of his trial. He was released from detention and has been on bail since then.
- Political Ambitions: Despite his legal troubles, Suswam has expressed interest in returning to politics. In 2020, he announced his intention to contest for the governorship of Benue State in the 2023 elections.
- Party Defection: In 2020, Suswam defected from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC), citing the need for a change of party to achieve his political goals.
These are some of the latest news updates about Gabriel Suswam. Please note that the information may be subject to change and may not be up-to-date.