Bola Ahmed Tinubu Net Worth: It’s official, Bola Ahmed Tinubu ‘Jagaban’ has been announced the flag bearer of All Progressive Congress (APC) for the 2023 General Election.
Bola Ahmed Tinubu won the primary ahead of his major opponents, Vice President Yemi Osinbajo and the former Rivers State Governor, Rotimi Amaechi.
About 2,322 delegates from across the country had stormed Eagles Square, Abuja, to elect the flagbearer of the party ahead of the 2023 general elections.
Tinubu who doubles as the National Leader of the party, got 1,299 votes, his major opponents, Rotimi Amaechi and Yemi Osinbajo secured 292 and 216 votes respectively.
As Nigerians across the globe prepare for another election, Koboinfo has compiled the notable facts you need to know about Bola Ahmed Tinubu Net Worth, Biography and political career.
Bola Ahmed Tinubu Net Worth
Who is Asiwaju Bola Tinubu?
Bola Ahmed Adekunle Tinubu is a Nigerian politician, entrepreneur, accountant and the former national leader of the All Progressives Congress (APC).
How Old Is Bola Ahmed Tinubu?
The former Lagos State Governor was born on the 29th March 1952. As of 2023, he’s 71 years old.
Education
Undoubtedly one of the most respected figures in the country, Tinubu education adventure is worth emulating.
Tinubu started at St John’s primary school at Aroloya Lagos and continued at children’s home school in Ibadan, southwest Nigeria.
He finished his secondary education abroad, where he attended Richard J. Daley College in Chicago, Illinois.
Tinubu completed his education at the state university of Chicago and graduated with a bachelor of science degree in accountancy.
Tinubu Political Career
One thing that has got Tinubu in the limelight across the globe is his political career. He has left a footprint in Nigerian political space.
Ahmed Tinubu political career started in 1992 when he became a member of the Social Democratic Party, SDP.
He went into exile after the 1993 Nigeria coup d’etat which the defence minister, Sani Abacha, led on November 17.
Describing his exile journey, Tinubu had in an interview said; “I disguised with a huge turban and babanriga and escaped into Benin Republic on a motorbike. My old Hausa friend gave the clothes to me. In fact, when I appeared to Kudirat Abiola, she didn’t know that I was the one! I gave her some information and some briefing. I left at 1 a.m. While in Benin Republic, I was still coming to Badagry to ferry people, organise and coordinate the struggle with others on ground. We put a group together, ferrying NADECO people across. It was a very challenging time. I can’t forget people like Segun Maiyegun and other young guys in the struggle. I would come from Benin to hold meetings with them and sneak back.“
After he came back from exile in 1998, Tinubu was elected the governor of Lagos state in May 1999.
It was a new dawn for Lagos and it’s resident as Tinubu changed the look of things by creating 7 LGAs in the state.
He reigned as a governor for eight good years.
Private Life
Tinubu Wife and Children
Bola Tinubu is married to Senator Oluremi Tinubu and they are blessed with adorable children.
Controversies
Just like other top politicians in the country, Tinubu has been caught in various controversies.
However, his biggest controversy happened in 2019 when eyewitnesses saw two bullion vans entering his mansion on the eve of the election.
Tinubu claimed the van contained his money and not ballot boxes.
The former Lagos State Governor have also raised eyebrows with his age. Nigerians have claimed that he constantly chnage his real age on his Wikipedia page.
They claimed his real date of birth is 29th March 1942, Tinubu remained silent over the issue.
Houses and Cars
Being one of the most respected personalities in the country means Tinubu has the access to own whatever he wants.
Tinubu boost of multi-million dollars houses and Cars.
He currently lives on Bourdillon Road, Ikoyi, Lagos State and the property sits at over N650 million.
He is rumored to have a minimum of about 30 cars ranging from type to type, and some of these cars were bought by him, while some others were gifted to him by some colleagues and friends.
Tinubu Cars includes:
Prado Jeep
Land Range Rover
Tinubu Private Jet
Added to his fleet of exotic cars, he is the owner of a private Bombardier Global 6000 Express jet which costs up to 29 billion naira ($75 million).
Bola Ahmed Tinubu Net Worth
Undoubtedly one of the richest figure in the country, Bola Ahmed Tinubu Net Worth is estimated at over 46 billion naira.
Frequently Asked Questions About Bola Ahmed Tinubu
Who is Bola Tinubu
Bola Ahmed Adekunle Tinubu is a Nigerian politician, entrepreneur, accountant and the former national leader of the All Progressives Congress (APC).
How old is Tinubu?
The former Lagos State Governor was born on the 29th March 1952. As of 2023, he’s 71 years old.
Who is Tinubu wife
Bola Tinubu is married to Senator Oluremi Tinubu and they are blessed with adorable kids.
Who is APC Presidential Candidate
Bola Ahmed Tinubu emerged as APC presidential candidate for the 2023 general elections on the 8th of July, 2022. He won ahead of Yemi Osinbajo and other 14 aspirants.
Who is PDP Presidential Candidate
Atiku Abubakar won the PDP primary elections ahead of his opponents. Check Here For Full List Of 2023 Presidential Candidates .
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