Senator Konbowei Benson of Bayelsa Central Senatorial District was recently arraigned before the FCT High Court in Abuja on charges of forgery of the NYSC exemption certificate. The senator, a member of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), was accused of submitting a forged certificate to secure admission into the School of Postgraduate Studies of the Imo State University.

The Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, brought forth the forgery suit against Senator Benson, alleging that he forged a document titled ‘Certificate of Exemption’ with specific details. Despite initially being unable to attend court due to ill health, the senator and his counsel were present at the resumed proceedings.

The charges against Senator Benson include acting contrary to provisions of the Penal Code Act, forgery of the NYSC exemption certificate, and submitting the forged certificate to gain admission into the School of Postgraduate Studies. The senator pleaded not guilty to all charges and the trial is set to commence on 28 March.

This case has garnered significant attention and scrutiny, as it involves a high-profile political figure facing serious allegations of forgery. The outcome of the trial will have implications for Senator Benson’s political career and reputation. Stay tuned for updates on this developing story.