Mohammed Alabi Lawal
Former Governor, Kwara State
All Progressives Congress Kwara State
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Mohammed Alabi Lawal was a retired Rear Admiral of the Nigerian Navy and served as Governor of Kwara State from 1999 to 2003 under the All-Nigeria Peoples Party (ANPP). Known for his bold and sometimes controversial leadership, he transitioned from a successful naval career into politics, leaving a lasting imprint on Kwara’s infrastructure and local governance.
Education
- Nigeria Navy Training School, India (Marine Engineering)
- Royal Navy Engineering College, England — Marine Engineering Training
- Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria — Postgraduate Diploma in Public Administration
Professional Background
- Naval Officer, Nigerian Navy (1967–1996) — rose to rank of Rear Admiral
- Military Governor, Ogun State (1987–1990)
- Director, Naval Dockyard, Lagos
- Marine Engineer and senior military administrator