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Yahaya Bello marries fourth wife in private Abuja ceremony

Former Kogi State Governor, Yahaya Bello, has reportedly married a fourth wife, Hiqma, in a private ceremony held over the weekend in Abuja.   The event, attended by close friends and family,…

Former Kogi State Governor, Yahaya Bello, has reportedly married a fourth wife, Hiqma, in a private ceremony held over the weekend in Abuja.

 

The event, attended by close friends and family, was not officially announced by Bello.

 

However, confirmation came on Monday through an Instagram post by his third wife, Hafiza Yahaya Bello. In the post, she welcomed the new bride.

 

Alhamdulillah, our family just got a little bigger and more loving! 🤗❤️ A warm welcome to our new family member, Mrs. Hiqma Yahaya Bello! 🙏 May Allah bless our union and fill our home with love, peace, and Barakah. 💕 Amin!”

 

Bello, who served as governor from 2016 to 2023 under the All Progressives Congress (APC), is already married to Amina Oyiza Bello, Rashida Yahaya Bello, and Hafiza Yahaya Bello.

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Published July 18, 2025
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