Connect with us

Nigeria News

Tinubu’s ministerial list: Profile of Nasir El-Rufai

Published

on

Nasir El-Rufai is a Nigerian politician and the Former Governor of Kaduna State, Nigeria. He was born on February 16, 1960, in Daudawa, Faskari Local Government Area, Katsina State, Nigeria.

Nasir El-Rufai has had a prominent political career and has held various positions in both the public and private sectors. Some key highlights of his career include:

  1. Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT): From 2003 to 2007, he served as the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory under the administration of President Olusegun Obasanjo. During his tenure, he implemented significant reforms in the FCT, including urban planning and development initiatives.

  2. Bureau of Public Enterprises (BPE): Before his appointment as FCT Minister, El-Rufai served as the Director-General of the Bureau of Public Enterprises, where he played a key role in the privatization and reform of several government-owned enterprises.

  3. Governor of Kaduna State: In 2015, Nasir El-Rufai was elected as the Governor of Kaduna State, and he was re-elected for a second term in the 2019 elections. As Governor, he has been involved in various efforts to improve infrastructure, education, and security in Kaduna State.

  4. Author: Nasir El-Rufai is also known for his writings and has authored several books and articles on governance, public policy, and socio-economic development.

It’s important to note that the political landscape can change over time, and new developments may have occurred since my last update. For the most current information about Nasir El-Rufai, I recommend checking recent news sources or official government websites.