Previous Senate leader and former governor of Kwara state, Bukola Saraki, has been in the news on social media after declaring his candidacy for the 2023 PresidentialElection.
Saraki, who served as Senate President during the first term of PresidentMuhammadu Buhari, continues to be one of the most notable politicians in the country.
The former governor of Kwara state is a significant figure within the People’s Democratic Party PDP and is among the few hopefuls who have voiced their desire to partake in the 2023 Presidentialelection, alongside personalities such as former Lagos state governor and All Progressive Congress leader Bola Ahmed Tinubu.
This article emphasizes crucial details about Bukola Saraki; continue reading to learn more.
Profile Summary
Full name
Abubakar Bukola Saraki
Gender
Male
Date of birth
December 19th 1962
Present age
59 years
Home State
Kwara State
Parents
Olusola Saraki Florence
Siblings
Gbemisola Saraki
Political party
People’s Democratic Party PDP
Education
LondonHospital Medical College
Marital status
Married
Partner
Toyin Saraki
Children
Four
Bukola Saraki’s life journey
His full name is Abubakar Bukola Saraki, and he was brought into this world on the 19th of December 1962 in London, as the offspring of former Governor of Kwara and Senator Olusola Saraki and Florence.
Records show that Bukola Saraki’s parent was linked to the National Party of Nigeria (NPN) and served as a senate leader in the Second Republic from 1979 to 1983.
Saraki faced the tragedy of losing his father on the 14th of November 2012 in Ikoyi, Lagos. Bukola Saraki has a sister, Gbemisola Saraki, who is also involved in politics and is a current member of the All Progressive Congress APC.
Bukola Saraki is a citizen of Nigeria and marked his 59th birthday in December 2021.
Learning Journey
Although Bukola Saraki was born in the UK, he spent his formative years in Kwara state; the former Senate President attended Corona School in Victoria Island, where he earned his First School Leaving Certificate.
After finishing his time at Corona School, Saraki advanced to King’s College in Lagos State, receiving his Senior School Certificate. Subsequently, he was accepted at Cheltenham College in the United Kingdom, where he obtained both College and High School credentials.
Saraki then moved to
London
Healthcare Facility Medical College of the University of London, where he attained a degree in Medicine and Surgery in 1987.
Career Path
Upon finishing his education, Saraki Bukola joined Rush GreenHospital, Essex, in London, where he worked as a medical officer for a year before returning to Nigeria.
When he came back, Saraki became affiliated with Societe Generale Bank (Nig) Ltd in 1990, where he served as a director for ten years prior to entering Nigerian politics.
During the initial presidency of former President Olusegun Obasanjo, Saraki was designated as the Special Assistant (SA) to the PresidentNigeria.
Thereafter, Bukola Saraki moved into the role of Governor of Kwara, serving for eight years from 2003 to 2011. Following his governorship, he joined the senate and remained there until 2019, when he was succeeded by Ahmad Lawan, the existing Senate President.
Family Life
Bukola Saraki is married to Toyin Saraki, the Founder-President of the Wellbeing Foundation Africa; they are fortunate to have four children named Halimat Oluwatosin, Oluwaseni, Teniola, and Teniayo.
Wealth Overview
Bukola Saraki’s net worth is estimated at $1 billion.
