Muktar Shagari
Former Deputy Governor, Sokoto State (2007–2015)
Peoples Democratic Party Sokoto State
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Muktar Shagari is a Nigerian politician and educationist from Sokoto State. He served as Nigeria’s Minister of Water Resources from 2001 to 2003 under President Olusegun Obasanjo, and later as Deputy Governor of Sokoto State from 2007 to 2015. A member of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Shagari has long been influential in Sokoto politics and national policymaking. Known for his grassroots connection and administrative acumen, he played a pivotal role in education reforms and water resource development in Nigeria.
Education
- Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria — B.A. (Education, 1978)
- Additional professional training in public administration and governance
Professional Background
- Teacher and educationist before entering politics
- Former Minister of Water Resources, Federal Republic of Nigeria (2001–2003)
- Political strategist and grassroots mobilizer with extensive experience in public administration