Bala James Ngilari
Former Governor of Adamawa State
Peoples Democratic Party Adamawa State
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Bala James Ngilari is a Nigerian lawyer, politician, and former Governor of Adamawa State. Born in Madagali Local Government Area of Adamawa, he studied law at the University of Maiduguri before embarking on a legal career. He entered politics as a member of the House of Representatives and later served as Deputy Governor under Murtala Nyako. Following Nyako’s impeachment in 2014, Ngilari assumed office as Governor until 2015. A member of the PDP, his tenure was short but notable for the legal and constitutional debates surrounding his succession.
Education
- University of Maiduguri — Bachelor of Laws (LL.B)
- Nigerian Law School — Barrister-at-Law (B.L)
Professional Background
- Practicing lawyer before joining politics.
- Served as a private legal practitioner and consultant before being elected into the House of Representatives.
- Represented Madagali/Michika Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives.
- Later became Deputy Governor of Adamawa State (2012–2014).
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