Former Governor of Taraba State from 1999 to 2007.
Taraba State • Notable People
Famous & Notable People from Taraba State
9 remarkable individuals across politics, business, entertainment, sports, arts, law, and activism — people who shaped Taraba State, Nigeria, and the world.
9Notable people
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7Living
2Deceased
Politics & Government (6)
Former Governor of Taraba State from 2007 to 2015.
Former Governor of Taraba State from 2015 to 2023 and former Minister of State for Power.
Governor of Taraba State since 2023.
Former Minister of Women Affairs and former Senator representing Taraba North.
Nigerian politician and former Minister of Power.
Military (1)
Retired Nigerian Army General, former Chief of Army Staff, former Minister of Defence and prominent businessman and philanthropist associated with Taraba.
Religion (1)
Catholic Archbishop and prominent Nigerian Christian leader who has served in senior ecclesiastical positions.
Other (1)
Nigerian public servant who became Auditor-General for the Federation.
About Taraba State's Notable People
Taraba State has produced some of Nigeria's — and Africa's — most celebrated figures across every field of human endeavour. The 9 people documented on this page represent a cross-section of the individuals who have made Taraba 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 Taraba State through birth, origin, or long-term residence. The list is not exhaustive — Taraba State has produced many more remarkable people than can be documented in a single page.
About Taraba State
To learn more about the state that produced these notable individuals, visit the full history of Taraba State, including its pre-colonial kingdoms, colonial history, and modern era. See also the list of Taraba State governors and the local government areas of Taraba State.
Frequently Asked Questions — People from Taraba State
Who are the most famous people from Taraba State?
Taraba State has produced 9 widely recognised notable people across various fields. Among the most famous are: Theophilus Danjuma, Jolly Nyame, Danbaba Suntai, Darius Ishaku, Agbu Kefas, Aisha Jummai Al-Hassan, Ignatius Ayau Kaigama, Shaakaa Chira, and many others.
Which musicians are from Taraba State?
Taraba State has produced many celebrated musicians in Nigeria's entertainment industry.
Which politicians are from Taraba State?
Notable politicians from Taraba State include: Jolly Nyame, Danbaba Suntai, Darius Ishaku, Agbu Kefas, Aisha Jummai Al-Hassan, Saleh Mamman.
Which business people are from Taraba State?
Taraba State has produced many prominent Nigerian business leaders.
Which athletes are from Taraba State?
Taraba State has produced several prominent Nigerian athletes.
How many notable people has Taraba State produced?
Taraba State has produced at least 9 widely recognised notable people documented on this page. They span 4 categories including politics & government, military, religion, other, and more.