Gabriel Torwua Suswam
Former Governor, Benue State
Peoples Democratic Party Benue State
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Gabriel Torwua Suswam is a Nigerian lawyer and politician from Logo LGA, Benue State. Trained as a lawyer at the University of Lagos and the Nigerian Law School, he later obtained a Ph.D. in Law from the University of Jos. Suswam served as a member of the House of Representatives (1999–2007), before becoming Governor of Benue State for two terms (2007–2015). In 2019, he was elected Senator for Benue North-East under the PDP, serving until 2023. He is known for his resilience and enduring influence in Benue politics.
Education
- St. Andrew’s Secondary School, Adikpo; Government College, Makurdi (secondary education)
- Interim Joint Matriculation Board (IJMB) Certificate, School of Basic Studies, Makurdi (1982–1984)
- LL.B (Hons), University of Lagos (1986–1989)
- B.L., Nigerian Law School, Lagos (1990
- LL.M, University of Jos (date not specified)
- Ph.D. in Law, University of Jos (2011)
Professional Background
- NYSC service at Trendex Finance Firm, Lagos (1991)
- Junior Counsel, Tokode & Co., Lagos (1991–1994)
- Founded Tingir & Associates law firm (1994)
- Co-founder, Suswam, Ogbole & Co. legal practice