Amina Oyiza Bello
Amina Oyiza Bello | |
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| Born | Amina Oyiza Yakubu 2 April 1978 Eika-Ohizenyi, Okehi, Kogi State, Nigeria |
| Education | Obafemi Awolowo University (LL.B) University of Leicester |
| Occupations | Lawyer, philanthropist |
| Known for | Humanitarian work |
| Spouse | Yahaya Bello |
Amina Oyiza Bello (née Yakubu; born 2 April 1978) is a Nigerian lawyer and philanthropist. She is the wife of former Governor of Kogi State Yahaya Bello and is the founder of the Hayat Foundation, a non-governmental organisation that advocates for children with cerebral palsy and other disabilities.[1][2]
Early life and education
Bello was born on 2 April 1978 in Eika-Ohizenyi, Okehi Local Government Area of Kogi State, Nigeria. She is the second of eight children.[3]
She studied Law at Obafemi Awolowo University, where she obtained a Bachelor of Laws (LL.B) degree. She later attended the University of Leicester in the United Kingdom for postgraduate studies.[4]
Career and philanthropy
Bello is the founder of the Hayat Foundation, a charitable organisation established to support children living with cerebral palsy and other disabilities. The foundation was inspired by her family's experience raising a child with cerebral palsy and advocates greater awareness, inclusion and support for persons with disabilities.[5][6]
She has also been associated with humanitarian and community development initiatives in Kogi State during her husband's administration.[7]
Personal life
Bello is married to former Kogi State Governor Yahaya Bello. They have children.[8]
References
- ↑ "I was mocked, stigmatised for having a cerebral palsy child — Amina Bello". Vanguard. 16 February 2017. Retrieved 13 July 2026.
- ↑ "My Hayat Story". Daily Trust. Retrieved 13 July 2026.
- ↑ "Barrister Amina Oyiza Yahaya Bello: Passionately Making a Difference". Chiomah's Blog. 16 March 2017. Retrieved 13 July 2026.
- ↑ "Barrister Amina Oyiza Yahaya Bello: Passionately Making a Difference". Chiomah's Blog. 16 March 2017. Retrieved 13 July 2026.
- ↑ "My Hayat Story". Daily Trust. Retrieved 13 July 2026.
- ↑ "I was mocked, stigmatised for having a cerebral palsy child — Amina Bello". Vanguard. 16 February 2017. Retrieved 13 July 2026.
- ↑ "I was mocked, stigmatised for having a cerebral palsy child — Amina Bello". Vanguard. 16 February 2017. Retrieved 13 July 2026.
- ↑ "My Hayat Story". Daily Trust. Retrieved 13 July 2026.