Ahmed Makarfi
Ahmed Mohammed Makarfi (born 8 August 1956) is a Nigerian politician and the former Chairman of the People's Democratic Party. He was the two times governor of Kaduna state and one time senator.[1][2][3]
Ahmed Mohammed Makarfi | |
|---|---|
| Governor of Kaduna State | |
| In office 29 May 1999 – 29 May 2007 | |
| Preceded by | Umar Farouk Ahmed |
| Succeeded by | Mohammed Namadi Sambo |
| Senator for Kaduna North | |
| In office 29 May 2007 – 2011 | |
| Preceded by | Dalhatu Tafida |
| Succeeded by | Suleiman Othman Hunkuyi |
| Personal details | |
| Born | 8 August 1956 Makarfi LGA, Kaduna State, Nigeria |
| Nationality | Nigerian |
| Political party | PDP |
| Children | Five |
Early life and education
Makarfi was born in Makarfi Local Government Area of Kaduna State. He went to Federal Government College Enugu. Makarfi was admitted to the School of Basic Studies at Ahmadu Bello University in Zaria where he obtained a Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting. He also holds masters degree in accounting and finance in Ahmadu Bello University. He was a part-time Lecturer in the Department of Accounting.[4]
Career
Makarfi began his career at the Nigeria Universal Bank, where he rose to the rank of Assistant General Manager. He was appointed as Commissioner of Finance and Economic. Makarfi was elected as the executive governor of Kaduna State in 1999 and also won a second four-year term in 2003. He was elected as a Senator representing Kaduna North Senatorial District. In 2016, Makarfi was appointed PDP national Chairman at a Convention held in Port Harcourt and later resigned after 2019 primary election.[5]
References
- ↑ "2019: Who succeeds Ahmed?". Latest Nigeria News, Nigerian Newspapers, Politics. 2017-07-02. Retrieved 2021-05-18.
- ↑ Odunsi, Wale (2017-01-24). "APC leaders behind Buhari's death rumor - Makarfi". Daily Post Nigeria. Retrieved 2021-05-18.[dead link]
- ↑ admin (2017-05-09). "Chibok Girls: Makarfi’s PDP Comes Under Fire for Criticising Prisoner Swap". THISDAYLIVE. Retrieved 2021-05-18.
- ↑ Ibenegbu, George (2018-08-09). "Ahmed Makarfi's biography: top facts you should know". Legit.ng - Nigeria news. Retrieved 2021-05-18.
- ↑ "Ahmed Makarfi Biography and Detailed Profile". Politicians Data. 2018-08-20. Retrieved 2021-05-18.