The immediate past former Governor of Kogi State, Yahaya Bello, has reportedly taken a fourth wife named Hiqma, reports Business Today NG.
The marriage, it was gathered , took place over the weekend in Abuja, Nigeria’s seat of power.
Bello, who governed Kogi State from 2016 to 2023 under the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), is already married to Amina Oyiza Bello, Rashida Yahaya Bello, and Hafiza Yahaya Bello.
The private event was said to have been attended by close friends and family members, with no official statement from the former governor himself.
Confirmation of the marriage came via Instagram on Monday, 14 May, 2025 through a post shared by Bello’s third wife, Hafiza Yahaya Bello, who publicly welcomed the new bride into the family.
“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!, ” Hafiza wrote.