Garba Umar

Former Governor of Taraba State (2012–2015)

Peoples Democratic Party Taraba State

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Garba Umar is a Nigerian politician who served as Deputy Governor and later Acting Governor of Taraba State between 2012 and 2015. A member of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Umar assumed office after Governor Danbaba Suntai was incapacitated following a plane crash. His tenure was marked by political turbulence, legal challenges, and party disputes, making him a key figure in one of Taraba’s most contentious political periods.

Education

Attended primary and secondary education in Taraba State
Higher education details are not widely published in verified sources

Professional Background

Businessman and administrator prior to entering politics
Deputy Governor of Taraba State (2012)
Elevated to Acting Governor after the illness of Governor Danbaba Suntai in October 2012