Olubukola Abubakar Saraki
Former Senate President (Kwara Central)
Peoples Democratic Party Kwara State
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Bukola Saraki served as Senator for Kwara Central from 2011 to 2019 and was the President of the Nigerian Senate during the 8th National Assembly. A UK-trained medical doctor and former Governor of Kwara State, Saraki played a central role in legislative reform and checks on executive power. He was a key political figure during Nigeria’s post-2015 realignments, known for his strategic moves across party lines and emphasis on institutional independence.
Education
- King’s College, Lagos
- Cheltenham College, United Kingdom
- London Hospital Medical College — MBBS (1987)
Professional Background
- Medical doctor (UK-trained)
- Director, Société Générale Bank Nigeria (1990s)
- Governor, Kwara State (2003–2011)
- Senator, Kwara Central (2011–2019)
- President of the Nigerian Senate (2015–2019)