Lawal Adamu Usman
Senator - Kaduna Central
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Lawal Adamu Usman, popularly known as “Sen. LA,” is the Senator representing Kaduna Central Senatorial District in the 10th Nigerian Senate. He was elected in the 2023 general elections under the Labour Party (LP) and later defected to the African Democratic Congress (ADC) as part of evolving political realignments among opposition figures in Nigeria. A seasoned public administrator and education advocate, he gained prominence after winning a highly contested senatorial race. He currently serves as Chairman of the Senate Committee on Education (Basic and Secondary) and is recognized for initiatives focused on educational reform, infrastructure development, scholarships, and constituency empowerment.
Education
- B.Sc. in Public Administration (Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria, 2018); M.Sc. in International Affairs and Diplomacy (ABU, 2021); earlier diplomas and primary/secondary school in Kaduna/Zaria region
Professional Background
- Businessman, philanthropist, and first-term senator; previously contested Senate seat in 2019; founder of LA Cares Foundation focusing on social welfare initiatives