First elected Governor of Plateau State and prominent Nigerian politician who later served as national chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party.
Plateau State • Notable People
Famous & Notable People from Plateau State
8 remarkable individuals across politics, business, entertainment, sports, arts, law, and activism — people who shaped Plateau State, Nigeria, and the world.
8Notable people
2Categories
7Living
1Deceased
Politics & Government (6)
Former Governor of Plateau State and former Senator of the Federal Republic of Nigeria.
Former Governor of Plateau State from 2007 to 2015 and former military officer.
Former Governor of Plateau State and former Minister of Labour and Employment.
Governor of Plateau State since May 2023.
Architect, politician and former Governor of Taraba State with roots in the wider Plateau region.
Other (2)
Notable Nigerian medical professional associated with the University of Jos and medical education.
Nigerian academic and education professional associated with the University of Jos.
About Plateau State's Notable People
Plateau 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 Plateau 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 Plateau State through birth, origin, or long-term residence. The list is not exhaustive — Plateau State has produced many more remarkable people than can be documented in a single page.
About Plateau State
To learn more about the state that produced these notable individuals, visit the full history of Plateau State, including its pre-colonial kingdoms, colonial history, and modern era. See also the list of Plateau State governors and the local government areas of Plateau State.
Frequently Asked Questions — People from Plateau State
Who are the most famous people from Plateau State?
Plateau State has produced 8 widely recognised notable people across various fields. Among the most famous are: Solomon Daushep Lar, Joshua Chibi Dariye, Jonah David Jang, Simon Bako Lalong, Caleb Manasseh Mutfwang, Darius Ishaku, Dipo Adeusi, Ibrahim Jibril.
Which musicians are from Plateau State?
Plateau State has produced many celebrated musicians in Nigeria's entertainment industry.
Which politicians are from Plateau State?
Notable politicians from Plateau State include: Solomon Daushep Lar, Joshua Chibi Dariye, Jonah David Jang, Simon Bako Lalong, Caleb Manasseh Mutfwang, Darius Ishaku.
Which business people are from Plateau State?
Plateau State has produced many prominent Nigerian business leaders.
Which athletes are from Plateau State?
Plateau State has produced several prominent Nigerian athletes.
How many notable people has Plateau State produced?
Plateau State has produced at least 8 widely recognised notable people documented on this page. They span 2 categories including politics & government, other, and more.