Latest news on oshiomhole

Adams Oshiomhole is a Nigerian politician and former Governor of Edo State. Here are some of the latest news updates on him:

  1. Court orders Oshiomhole's arrest: On February 11, 2021, a Federal High Court in Abuja ordered the arrest of Oshiomhole over allegations of contempt of court. The court had earlier ordered him to vacate his position as National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) due to his alleged involvement in the party's primaries.
  2. Oshiomhole's appeal dismissed: On January 28, 2021, the Court of Appeal in Abuja dismissed Oshiomhole's appeal against the Federal High Court's order to vacate his position as APC National Chairman. The court upheld the lower court's decision, stating that Oshiomhole had failed to show sufficient cause why he should not be punished for contempt.
  3. Oshiomhole's trial begins: On January 25, 2021, Oshiomhole's trial began at the Federal High Court in Abuja over allegations of corruption and abuse of office during his tenure as Governor of Edo State. The trial is expected to last several weeks.
  4. Oshiomhole's assets seized: On January 22, 2021, the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) seized several assets belonging to Oshiomhole, including a mansion in Abuja and a hotel in Benin City, over allegations of corruption.
  5. Oshiomhole's factional APC chairman: On January 15, 2021, Oshiomhole's faction of the APC elected a new chairman, Victor Giadom, who is a former Deputy National Secretary of the party. The move is seen as an attempt by Oshiomhole to maintain his influence within the party despite his suspension.
  6. Oshiomhole's suspension: On December 24, 2020, the APC suspended Oshiomhole as National Chairman of the party over allegations of anti-party activities and gross misconduct. The suspension was imposed by the party's National Working Committee (NWC) following a meeting in Abuja.
  7. Oshiomhole's court case: On December 18, 2020, Oshiomhole filed a lawsuit at the Federal High Court in Abuja, challenging his suspension as APC National Chairman. He argued that the suspension was unlawful and unconstitutional.

These are some of the latest news updates on Adams Oshiomhole. Please note that the situation is constantly evolving, and new developments may emerge at any time.