Abdullahi Tijani Gwarzo
Minister of State for Housing and Urban Development
All Progressives Congress Kano State
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Bio Summary
Abdullahi Tijjani Gwarzo is a seasoned Nigerian politician and engineer from Kano State, known as "Ruwa Baba" for his role in transforming water infrastructure as Deputy Governor of Kano (2007–2011). Appointed Minister of State for Housing & Urban Development in August 2023, he brought local governance experience and engineering expertise to the federal housing agenda before concluding his term in October 2024.
Education
- B.Sc. (Tech) in Textile Engineering — Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria (graduated 1988.
Professional Background
- Early roles include Chairman, Gwarzo Local Government (1991–1993 under SDP; 1997–2003 under NCPN/ANPP) (Blueprint Newspapers Limited).
- Served as Special Adviser on Special Duties to the Governor of Kano State (2007) (Blueprint Newspapers Limited).
- Elected Deputy Governor of Kano State (2007–2011), overseeing Water Resources during which he constructed the Fada Dam and water treatment plant — projects that earned him the nickname “Ruwa Baba” (“Water Father”) (THISDAYLIVE).
- Prior to ministerial appointment, served as Chairman, Governing Council of the Federal College of Education, Zaria (Blueprint Newspapers Limited).
- Appointed Minister of State for Housing & Urban Development in August 2023 under President Tinubu’s administration (Wikipedia).
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