Idris Ichala Wada
Former Governor, Kogi State
Peoples Democratic Party Kogi State
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Bio Summary
Idris Ichala Wada is a retired pilot and Nigerian politician who served as Governor of Kogi State from 2012 to 2016 under the PDP. With a long and distinguished aviation career prior to his entry into politics, he led major airline operations and brought a technocratic perspective to governance. After his single term, he exited the political spotlight but remains respected for his leadership and service.
Education
- Government Secondary School, Dekina
- Federal Government College, Sokoto (Higher School Certificate)
- B.Sc. and M.Sc. in Business Administration, University of Abuja
- Completed advanced aviation training in the UK, USA, Germany, and Brazil
Professional Background
- Veteran commercial pilot with over 35 years of experience
- Held leadership positions in aviation: Chief Pilot & General Manager at United Air Service; Managing Director, Executive Aviation Services/EAS Airlines; Executive Vice Chairman at NICON Airways; and Chairman of Afroconsult Ltd.