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Yahaya Bello Acquires Rezvani Vengeance Worth Over 1.2B Amid Corruption Cases

Former Kogi State Governor, Yahaya Bello, is facing public scrutiny after reportedly purchasing a Rezvani Vengeance, worth over 1.2 billion Naira, amidst multiple ongoing corruption cases in court. The extravagant purchase comes as a shock, given the current economic climate in Kogi State.

The Rezvani Vengeance, a high-end luxury SUV, has been described as an "apocalypse SUV" and boasts a bullet-proof package with a 7-passenger layout. It includes features such as bullet-proof glass and over 20 security features, making it an extravagant acquisition amidst financial controversies.

The purchase was revealed during the recent Sallah celebration, which has led to criticism from various quarters regarding the former governor's priorities amidst his ongoing legal battles. The public is questioning the justification of such a costly purchase while the state faces developmental challenges and economic hardships.

Critics argue that the governor's actions send a wrong message to the citizens of Kogi state and underscore the need for increased transparency and fiscal responsibility in

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The Story of June 12 and Why It Is Now Democracy Day in Nigeria 🇳🇬

Today, June 12, 2025, marks exactly 32 years since Nigeria held what is widely regarded as the freest, fairest, and most peaceful presidential election in its history. But it is also 32 years since that same election was annulled, triggering a national crisis and setting off a chain of events that would forever shape Nigeria’s democracy.

On June 12, 1993, millions of Nigerians went to the polls in an election organized by the military regime of General Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida (IBB). The vote was intended to end a long period of military dictatorship that had begun with the 1983 coup and culminated in IBB’s rise to power in 1985.

The two official political parties were: Social Democratic Party (SDP) – represented by Chief Moshood Kashimawo Olawale Abiola, a wealthy businessman, publisher, and philanthropist.

National Republican Convention (NRC) – represented by Alhaji Bashir Tofa, a wealthy Northern Hausa businessman and philanthropist also.

Nigerians, tired of authoritarian rule, came out in large numbers. Over 14 million voters, cutting across ethnicity, religion, and region, participated peacefully. The election was conducted using the Option A4 open ballot system, which made rigging very difficult and increased transparency.

Despite religious tensions and regional suspicions, Abiola won a broad national mandate. He even defeated Tofa in his own home state of Kano, a political miracle by Nigerian standards.

Just when Nigerians were celebrating this democratic milestone, a political earthquake hit. On June 23, 1993, eleven days after the election, General Babangida annulled the election, citing “electoral irregularities,” security concerns, and judicial challenges.

But many Nigerians saw through the excuse. It was clear that powerful interests within the military were uncomfortable with Abiola's impending presidency.

The annulment led to massive national outrage, especially in the Sout

FULL LIST: Seven sitting Govs who defected from PDP to APC

Delta Governor Sheriff Oborevwori on Wednesday, April 23, officially dumped the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) for the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) over the years,

1. Sheriff Oborevwori (Delta State)
Sheriff Oborevwori shocked many by dumping the PDP for the APC on Wednesday. His defection marks a significant political shift in Delta, a core PDP state since 1999.

2. Dave Umahi (Ebonyi State)
Umahi defected to APC in November 2020 during his second term as Governor. He cited marginalisation of the Southeast by the PDP and praised APC’s infrastructure focus under President Buhari.

Read Also: PDP govs meet in Ibadan to discuss party crisis, legal battles, 2027

3. Ben Ayade (Cross River State)
Governor Ayade left PDP for APC in May 2021. He said his decision was driven by a desire to align with the federal government to attract more development projects to Cross River State.

4. Bello Matawalle (Zamfara State)
Matawalle defected to APC in June 2021. His move followed political turbulence in Zamfara and was seen as a strategic alliance to maintain stability and control.

5. Aminu Tambuwal (Sokoto State)
Tambuwal switched from PDP to APC ahead of the 2015 elections, returned to PDP in 2018 and was later linked with a fresh move back to APC while still in office, reflecting his dynamic political positioning.

6. Aliyu Wamakko (Sokoto State)
Wamakko joined the APC in 2014 during his tenure as Governor. He was among the early defectors whose moves helped shape the APC’s victory in the 2015 general elections.

7. Abdulfatah Ahmed (Kwara State)
Ahmed, Governor from 2011 to 2019, defected to APC in 2014 with Bukola Saraki during the famous “political tsunami” in Kwara. Though he returned to PDP later, the defection during his tenure was pivotal.

“2Baba” Idibia
The Nigerian music icon
formally introduced his fiancée, Honourable Natasha Osawaru, to the Idoma traditional leadership and his hometown community on Monday.

The introduction took place during the Idoma Nation Peace and Unity Symposium at the Och’Idoma Palace in Otukpo.

Shimite Bello died😭
Passed on to glory
Police said her husband allegedly poisoned her and he’s been arrested.
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Yahaya Bello make move like SP Akpabio, Will they face Natasha H Akpoti fiercely?

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Yahaya Bello petitions IGP over alleged defamation by Senator Natasha Former Governor of Kogi State, Alhaji Yahaya Bello, has petitioned the Inspector General of Police (IGP) over alleged defamatory statements made against him by the suspended senator representing Ko…

Former President of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), Dr. Olisa Agbakoba, SAN, has advised Senate President Godswill Akpabio to apologise to Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, over the sexual harassment allegation against him, if need arises.

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Sexual harassment: I'll advise Akpabio to apologise to Natasha –Agbakoba - Daily Trust Former President of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), Dr. Olisa Agbakoba, SAN, has advised Senate President Godswill Akpabio to apologise to Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, over the sexual harassment allegation against him, if need arises. Senator Akpoti-Uduaghan had in March 2025, submitted an a...