Donald Etim Duke
Former Governor of Cross River State (1999–2007)
African Democratic Congress Cross River State
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Donald Duke is a Nigerian lawyer, businessman, and politician who served two terms as Governor of Cross River State (1999–2007). A graduate of Ahmadu Bello University and the University of Pennsylvania, he later pursued national leadership and was the 2019 presidential candidate for the Social Democratic Party. In early 2026 he defected again, registering with the African Democratic Congress (ADC). He is known for spearheading tourism-led development strategies in Cross River.
Education
- Corona School, Lagos (Primary Education)
- Federal Government College, Sokoto (Secondary Education)
- Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria — LLB, Bachelor of Laws (1982)
- Nigerian Law School — Called to the Bar (1983)
- University of Pennsylvania, USA — Master of Laws (LL.M.) (1984)
Professional Background
- Legal practitioner and businessman before politics
- Principal partner in a private law practice after returning from the United States
- Held positions in banking and private sector business, including serving as a board member in several companies before entering public service