Bukola Saraki
Name: Bukola Saraki
Birthdate: December 19, 1962
Birthplace: Nigeria
Occupation: Physician, Politician
Bukola Saraki, born in 1962 into Kwara State’s influential Saraki family, has had a diverse career spanning medicine, banking, and politics.
career in medicine, banking
Educated at King’s College Lagos, Cheltenham College UK, and London Hospital Medical College, he worked briefly as a medical officer before moving into banking, rising to Executive Vice Chairman at Société Générale Bank Nigeria.
Political career
Appointed Special Assistant on Budget Matters in 2000, he helped initiate key economic reforms. Elected Governor of Kwara State (2003–2011), he implemented major health, education, infrastructure, and agricultural projects.
Saraki served as a senator from 2011 and was Senate President (2015–2019), leading legislative achievements and promoting transparency.
personal life
Married to Toyin Saraki, his legacy centres on public service and community empowerment.
