Governors of Nasarawa State
Complete list of all 7 governors from 1996 to 2026 — 7 elected civilian governors and 0 military administrators.
Current Governor of Nasarawa State (2026)
Abdullahi Sule
Governor of Nasarawa State
| Party | APC |
|---|---|
| In office since | 2019 (7 years in 2026) |
Nasarawa State Governor Records
Full List of Nasarawa State Governors
| # | Name | Party / Type | Period | Duration | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Abdullahi Ibrahim | Military | 1996 – 1998 | 2 yrs | Former |
| 2 | Engr. Abdullahi Sule | APC | 2019 – 2026 (current) | 7 yrs | Incumbent |
| 3 | Bala M. M. Aliyu | Military | 1998 – 1999 | 1 yr | Former |
| 4 | Abdullahi Adamu | PDP | 1999 – 2007 | 8 yrs | Former |
| 5 | Aliyu Akwe Doma | PDP | 2007 – 2011 | 4 yrs | Former |
| 6 | Tanko Al-Makura | CPC/APC | 2011 – 2019 | 8 yrs | Former |
| 7 | Abdullahi A. Sule | APC | 2019 – 2026 (current) | 7 yrs | Incumbent |
Governor Profiles — Nasarawa State
Abdullahi Ibrahim
Military Administrator of Nasarawa State following the creation of the state in October 1996.
Engr. Abdullahi Sule
Bala M. M. Aliyu
Military Administrator during the final phase of military rule before the return to democratic government in 1999.
Abdullahi Adamu
First elected Governor of Nasarawa State. He served two terms from 1999 to 2007 and later became a senator and national political figure.
Aliyu Akwe Doma
Governor of Nasarawa State from 2007 to 2011.
Tanko Al-Makura
Governor of Nasarawa State for two terms. He won the 2011 election under the Congress for Progressive Change and was re-elected in 2015 under the APC.
Abdullahi A. Sule
Incumbent Governor of Nasarawa State. He assumed office in May 2019 and was re-elected for a second term in 2023.
Frequently Asked Questions — Nasarawa State Governor
Who is the current governor of Nasarawa State?
The current governor of Nasarawa State is Abdullahi Sule, of the APC. He has been in office since 2019.
What is the full name of the Nasarawa State Governor?
The current Nasarawa State Governor is Abdullahi Sule.
Who is the Deputy Governor of Nasarawa State?
The Deputy Governor of Nasarawa State serves alongside the Governor.
What is the Nasarawa State Governor's religion?
The religious affiliation of the current Nasarawa State Governor is not formally published in state government records.
What is the age of the Nasarawa State Governor in 2026?
The date of birth of the current Nasarawa State Governor has not been officially confirmed in public records.
Who is the wife of the Nasarawa State Governor?
The spouse of the current Nasarawa State Governor is not formally listed in state government public records.
What is the address of the Nasarawa State Government House?
The Nasarawa State Governor's official residence and office is the Nasarawa State Government House in Lafia.
How many governors has Nasarawa State had?
Nasarawa 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 Nasarawa State?
The first governor of Nasarawa State was Abdullahi Ibrahim, who took office in 1996 as a Military Governor.