Governors of Gombe State
Complete list of all 7 governors from 1996 to 2026 — 7 elected civilian governors and 0 military administrators.
Current Governor of Gombe State (2026)
Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya
Governor of Gombe State
| Party | APC |
|---|---|
| In office since | 2019 (7 years in 2026) |
Gombe State Governor Records
Full List of Gombe State Governors
| # | Name | Party / Type | Period | Duration | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Joseph Iyorchia Akaahan | Military | 1996 – 1998 | 2 yrs | Former |
| 2 | Muhammad Inuwa Yahaya | APC | 2019 – 2026 (current) | 7 yrs | Incumbent |
| 3 | Mohammed Bawa | Military | 1998 – 1999 | 1 yr | Former |
| 4 | Abubakar Habu Hashidu | PDP | 1999 – 2003 | 4 yrs | Former |
| 5 | Mohammed Danjuma Goje | PDP | 2003 – 2011 | 8 yrs | Former |
| 6 | Ibrahim Hassan Dankwambo | PDP | 2011 – 2019 | 8 yrs | Former |
| 7 | Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya | APC | 2019 – 2026 (current) | 7 yrs | Incumbent |
Governor Profiles — Gombe State
Joseph Iyorchia Akaahan
Military Administrator of Gombe State during the early period following state creation.
Muhammad Inuwa Yahaya
Mohammed Bawa
Military Administrator during the transition to democratic government.
Abubakar Habu Hashidu
First elected Governor of Gombe State under the Fourth Republic.
Mohammed Danjuma Goje
Governor of Gombe State for two terms. His administration oversaw major investments in roads, education, health and public infrastructure.
Ibrahim Hassan Dankwambo
Governor for two terms. His administration focused on infrastructure, education, urban development and institutional programmes.
Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya
Incumbent Governor of Gombe State. He assumed office in May 2019 and was re-elected in 2023.
Frequently Asked Questions — Gombe State Governor
Who is the current governor of Gombe State?
The current governor of Gombe State is Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya, of the APC. He has been in office since 2019.
What is the full name of the Gombe State Governor?
The current Gombe State Governor is Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya.
Who is the Deputy Governor of Gombe State?
The Deputy Governor of Gombe State serves alongside the Governor.
What is the Gombe State Governor's religion?
The religious affiliation of the current Gombe State Governor is not formally published in state government records.
What is the age of the Gombe State Governor in 2026?
The date of birth of the current Gombe State Governor has not been officially confirmed in public records.
Who is the wife of the Gombe State Governor?
The spouse of the current Gombe State Governor is not formally listed in state government public records.
What is the address of the Gombe State Government House?
The Gombe State Governor's official residence and office is the Gombe State Government House in Gombe.
How many governors has Gombe State had?
Gombe State has had 7 governors since its creation, comprising 0 military governors (or administrators) and 7 elected civilian governors.
Who was the first governor of Gombe State?
The first governor of Gombe State was Joseph Iyorchia Akaahan, who took office in 1996 as a Military Governor.