Faruk Malami Yabo, also known as Ambassador Faruk Malami Yabo, is a prominent figure in Sokoto politics and Nigeria’s public service. Born on September 30, 1969, in Yabo, Sokoto State, he’s a Fulani from northwest Nigeria.
Early Life and Education
- Bachelor’s in Public Administration, Bayero University Kano (BUK)
- Master’s in Public Policy Administration (MPPA), BUK
- Certificate in Public Financial Management, Harvard University Kennedy School of Government
Career Highlights
- Commissioner for Finance and Local Government, Sokoto State
- Chairman, Sokoto State Tenders Board
- Member, Federation Account Allocation Committee (FAAC) and Joint Tax Board (JTB)
- Ambassador to Jordan (2021-2025) with accreditation to Iraq
- Deputy Governorship Candidate, APC Sokoto (2019)
- Member, Board of Trustees, Buhari Campaign Organisation (BCO)
Awards and Recognition
- Member of the Order of the Federal Republic (MFR) by President Goodluck Jonathan (2014)
- Traditional title: Yariman Yabo (2014)
Current Endeavors
- PDP gubernatorial candidate, Sokoto State (2027)
- Supports PDP initiatives, including N10m Ramadan aid and N20m party funding
Personal Life
- Married with 4 daughters and 2 sons
- Passionate about community development, humanitarian work, and human rights
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