James Ibori
Name: James Onanefe Ibori
Birthday: August 4, 1959
State of origin: Urhobo, Delta state
Occupation: Politician, ex-Governor of Delta State (1999 to 2007).
Zodiac sign: Leo
Spouse: Theresa Ibori
Political party: PDP
James Onanefe Ibori is a Nigerian politician and former governor of Delta State. He served as governor from 1999 to 2007. He is known for his influential role in Delta State politics, though his career was later overshadowed by legal controversies related to corruption.
Political Career Highlights
Ibori's political career began in 1990 when he joined the National Republican Convention (NRC). In 1991, he was nominated to contest for the Federal House of Representatives seat, to represent Ethiope Federal Constituency. He lost the election to the Social Democratic Party (SDP) candidate.
Between 1994 and 1997, Ibori served as a consultant to the federal government led by the late military president Sani Abacha, in the areas of public policy formulation and implementation.
Governor of Delta State
Elected in 1999 and re-elected in 2003, serving two terms.
Political Influence
Played a significant role in the political landscape of the Niger Delta region. He is involved in the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) at the national and state levels.
Corruption Charges
Ibori faced charges of corruption and money laundering in Nigeria and abroad. He was arrested in Dubai on May 13, 2010, and was convicted in the UK on February 27, 2012, for money laundering and sentenced to prison for 13 years, served some time and was released after four years.
