Latest news about gabriel suswam
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 N4.9 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 hospitalized due to health concerns. The exact nature of his illness was not disclosed, but it was said to be serious enough to require medical attention.
- Release on Bail: In 2020, Suswam was granted bail by a Federal High Court in Abuja, pending the outcome of his trial. The bail was granted in the sum of N500 million and two sureties.
- Re-arrest: In 2022, Suswam was re-arrested by the EFCC after he failed to appear in court to face trial. The re-arrest was reportedly due to his failure to comply with the bail conditions.
- Call for Release: In 2022, there were calls from some quarters for Suswam's release from detention, citing the need for him to receive medical attention. However, the EFCC has maintained that he will remain in detention until his trial is concluded.
It's worth noting that the news about Suswam's case is often subject to change, and the latest updates may not be readily available.