Malam Yahaya Abdulkarim
Former Governor, Sokoto State (1992–1993)
Peoples Democratic Party Sokoto State
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Malam Yahaya Abdulkarim is a Nigerian politician and administrator who served as the Governor of Sokoto State from 1992 to 1993 during the short-lived Third Republic. He later became Minister of State for Works under President Umaru Musa Yar’Adua. Known for his administrative background and commitment to infrastructural development, Abdulkarim was a prominent figure in Sokoto politics for several decades. His career reflects the turbulence of Nigeria’s military-to-civilian transitions and the adaptability of politicians in the evolving landscape of the Fourth Republic.
Education
- Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria — B.Sc. (Public Administration, 1975)
- Advanced studies in management and administration (dates unconfirmed)
Professional Background
- Civil servant in Sokoto State before entering politics
- Politician: Governor of Sokoto State (1992–1993) under the National Republican Convention
- Appointed Minister of State for Works, Housing, and Urban Development (2009–2010) under President Umaru Musa Yar’Adua