Latest news on senator dino melaye
Senator Dino Melaye is a Nigerian politician and former Senator who represented Kogi West Senatorial District from 2015 to 2019. Here are some of the latest news updates on him:
- Arrest and Detention: In 2019, Senator Melaye was arrested by the Nigerian Police Force and detained for several days on allegations of attempted murder and kidnapping. He was later released on bail.
- Court Cases: Senator Melaye has been involved in several court cases, including a case against the Nigerian Police Force over alleged rights violations. In 2020, a court ordered the police to pay him N50 million in damages.
- Political Ambitions: Despite his detention and court cases, Senator Melaye has expressed interest in returning to politics. In 2020, he announced his intention to contest for the governorship of Kogi State in the 2023 elections.
- Controversy over Certificate: In 2020, Senator Melaye was involved in a controversy over his academic certificate. He was accused of forging his Bachelor's degree certificate from the University of Abuja. He denied the allegations and threatened to sue those who made them.
- Support for President Buhari: In 2020, Senator Melaye expressed support for President Muhammadu Buhari's administration, despite being a member of the opposition party. He praised the president's efforts to fight corruption and improve the economy.
- Criticism of APC: Senator Melaye has been critical of the All Progressives Congress (APC), the ruling party in Nigeria. He has accused the party of being corrupt and incompetent, and has called for its dissolution.
- Personal Life: Senator Melaye has been involved in several controversies related to his personal life. In 2020, he was accused of abandoning his wife and children, and of being involved in a romantic relationship with a younger woman.
These are some of the latest news updates on Senator Dino Melaye. Please note that the accuracy of the information may vary depending on the source.