Aminu Bello Masari
Name: Aminu Bello Masari
Birthday: May 29, 1950
State of origin: Kafur, Kastina state
Occupation: Politician and public administrator.
Zodiac sign: Gemini
Political posts: Former Speaker, House of Representatives, former Kastina state governor
Spouse: Hajiya Binta Masari
Background
Aminu Bello Masari is a seasoned politician and former federal lawmaker. Masari is known for his grassroots engagement and educational reforms in northern Nigeria. He served as the Governor of Katsina State from 2015 to 2023.
Career Highlights
Early Political Career
Masari held various administrative roles in Katsina state in the 1980s and 1990s. He served as commissioner for works, housing and transport in Katsina state between 1991 and 1993.
Speaker of the House of Representatives (2003–2007)
Masari rose to national prominence as the Speaker of Nigeria’s House of Representatives under the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). He was known for steering legislative reforms and enhancing legislative independence.
Governor of Katsina State (2015–2023)
Aminu Bello Masari was elected governor of Kastina state under the platform of the All Progressives Congress (APC). In 2019, he was re-elected for a second term.
