News about saraki

You're looking for news about Bukola Saraki, the former President of the Nigerian Senate. Here are some recent updates:

Latest News:

  1. Saraki's Trial for False Assets Declaration: The Code of Conduct Tribunal (CCT) has adjourned the trial of Saraki to October 22, 2020, over alleged false assets declaration. The tribunal had earlier acquitted Saraki of the charges, but the Federal Government appealed the decision.
  2. Saraki's Support for PDP Presidential Candidate: Saraki has endorsed the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar, ahead of the 2023 general elections.
  3. Saraki's Role in the 2023 Elections: Saraki has been rumored to be considering a return to politics, possibly as a presidential candidate or a key player in the 2023 elections. However, he has not made any official announcement.

Recent Developments:

  1. Saraki's Foundation Donates to IDPs: The Bukola Saraki Foundation has donated relief materials to internally displaced persons (IDPs) in the North-East region of Nigeria.
  2. Saraki's Support for Education: Saraki has been advocating for improved education in Nigeria, particularly in his home state of Kwara. He has also established several educational institutions, including the Saraki University of Technology.
  3. Saraki's Health: There have been reports of Saraki's health issues, including a reported kidney transplant in 2019. However, he has not publicly confirmed the reports.

Past News:

  1. Saraki's Impeachment: Saraki was impeached as Senate President in 2015 by the All Progressives Congress (APC) lawmakers, who accused him of corruption and abuse of office.
  2. Saraki's Trial for Corruption: Saraki was charged with corruption and money laundering by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) in 2015. He was eventually acquitted in 2019.
  3. Saraki's Political Career: Saraki has had a long and storied political career, serving as Governor of Kwara State from 2003 to 2011 and as Senate President from 2015 to 2019.

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