First elected Governor of Nasarawa State from 1999 to 2007, senator and former National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress.
Nasarawa State • Notable People
Famous & Notable People from Nasarawa State
8 remarkable individuals across politics, business, entertainment, sports, arts, law, and activism — people who shaped Nasarawa State, Nigeria, and the world.
8Notable people
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2Deceased
Politics & Government (6)
Governor of Nasarawa State since 2019 and former Managing Director of Dangote Sugar Refinery.
Governor of Nasarawa State from 2011 to 2019 and former senator representing Nasarawa South.
Governor of Nasarawa State from 2007 to 2011 and prominent politician from the Alago community.
Former Deputy Governor of Nasarawa State and former Minister of Information.
Prominent Nasarawa politician and former Governor of the state.
Other (1)
Senior Nigerian public servant and former Secretary to the Nasarawa State Government.
Academia & Education (1)
Academic and scholar associated with Nigerian political and social research.
About Nasarawa State's Notable People
Nasarawa State has produced some of Nigeria's — and Africa's — most celebrated figures across every field of human endeavour. The 8 people documented on this page represent a cross-section of the individuals who have made Nasarawa State a source of national pride.
How Notable People Are Selected
The people listed on this page are selected based on their national or international recognition, the significance of their contributions to their field, and their documented connection to Nasarawa State through birth, origin, or long-term residence. The list is not exhaustive — Nasarawa State has produced many more remarkable people than can be documented in a single page.
About Nasarawa State
To learn more about the state that produced these notable individuals, visit the full history of Nasarawa State, including its pre-colonial kingdoms, colonial history, and modern era. See also the list of Nasarawa State governors and the local government areas of Nasarawa State.
Frequently Asked Questions — People from Nasarawa State
Who are the most famous people from Nasarawa State?
Nasarawa State has produced 8 widely recognised notable people across various fields. Among the most famous are: Abdullahi Adamu, Abdullahi A. Sule, Tanko Al-Makura, Aliyu Akwe Doma, Shehu Idris, Labaran Maku, Abubakar Tanko Al-Makura, Doma Osaghae.
Which musicians are from Nasarawa State?
Nasarawa State has produced many celebrated musicians in Nigeria's entertainment industry.
Which politicians are from Nasarawa State?
Notable politicians from Nasarawa State include: Abdullahi Adamu, Abdullahi A. Sule, Tanko Al-Makura, Aliyu Akwe Doma, Labaran Maku, Abubakar Tanko Al-Makura.
Which business people are from Nasarawa State?
Nasarawa State has produced many prominent Nigerian business leaders.
Which athletes are from Nasarawa State?
Nasarawa State has produced several prominent Nigerian athletes.
How many notable people has Nasarawa State produced?
Nasarawa State has produced at least 8 widely recognised notable people documented on this page. They span 3 categories including politics & government, other, academia & education, and more.