Nasarawa State2027 Governorship

Ahmed Wadada
Aliyu

Sarkin Yakin Keffi — Senator, Statesman, and tireless servant of the people of Nasarawa State.

Senator Ahmed Wadada Aliyu
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30+ National & International AwardsChairman · Senate Public Accounts Committee20+ Years of Legislative ServiceFounder · Association for Better NigeriaRepresenting Nasarawa West Senatorial District2027 Nasarawa Governorship Aspirant30+ National & International AwardsChairman · Senate Public Accounts Committee20+ Years of Legislative ServiceFounder · Association for Better NigeriaRepresenting Nasarawa West Senatorial District2027 Nasarawa Governorship Aspirant30+ National & International AwardsChairman · Senate Public Accounts Committee20+ Years of Legislative ServiceFounder · Association for Better NigeriaRepresenting Nasarawa West Senatorial District2027 Nasarawa Governorship Aspirant30+ National & International AwardsChairman · Senate Public Accounts Committee20+ Years of Legislative ServiceFounder · Association for Better NigeriaRepresenting Nasarawa West Senatorial District2027 Nasarawa Governorship Aspirant
Senator Ahmed Wadada Aliyu
Who He Is

A Life of Purpose & Service

Senator · Entrepreneur · Community Leader

Key Facts

Traditional Title

Traditional Title

Sarkin Yakin Keffi
Senatorial District

Senatorial District

Nasarawa West
Current Party

Current Party

All Progressive Congress (APC)
Constituency

Constituency

Keffi, Karu & Kokona

Senator Ahmed Wadada Aliyu is a distinguished Nigerian statesman, legislator, and community champion whose career spans over three decades of dedicated public service. Born and raised in Keffi, Nasarawa State, he embodies the aspirations of his people — their hunger for good governance, economic opportunity, and a dignified future.

As the Chairman of the Senate Public Accounts Committee (SPAC) since June 2023, he continues his lifelong commitment to transparency, accountability, and fiscal responsibility in governance. His journey is one of an eloquent communicator, an effective negotiator, and an indefatigable champion of the common man.

From his early days as a Senior Clerk at the United Bank for Africa to serving as Pioneer Chairman of the House Committee on Capital Market and Institutions, Senator Wadada has consistently demonstrated an ability to lead, negotiate, and deliver results in the most demanding arenas of public life.

The honour of Sarkin Yakin Keffi — conferred by HRH Alh. Dr. Shehu Usman Yamusa III, the Emir of Keffi — is a testament to the esteem in which his community holds him. It is not merely a title; it is a mandate.

Professional Journey

Decades of
Distinguished Service

1988 – 1991
United Bank for AfricaSenior Clerk
1993 – 1994
Benue Cement Company, GbokoProcurement Officer
1996 – 1997
Kano Tobacco Distribution Co.Distribution Manager
1997 – 2002
Vision GroupAdministrative Manager / P.A to the Chairman
2003 – 2011
Keffi, Karu & Kokona Federal ConstituencyElected Member, Federal House of Representatives (Two Terms)
Jul 2011 – Jan 2012
Federal Capital Territory AdministrationSenior Special Assistant (SSA) to the FCT Minister — Budget, Project Monitoring & Evaluation, and National Assembly Matters
Oct 2020 – Jun 2023
PAN Nigeria LimitedChairman, Board of Directors
2023 – Present
Elected Senator, Nasarawa West Senatorial District
Senator Ahmed Wadada Aliyu waving at supporters

Legislative Record

A Proven Lawmaker

House of Representatives (2003–2010)

House of Representatives (2003–2010)

Pioneer Chairman & Key Committee Assignments

Committees

Pioneer Chairman: House Committee on Capital Market & InstitutionsMember — House Committee on GasMember — House Committee on National Security & IntelligenceMember — House Committee on CommerceMember — House Committee on Media & Publicity
House of Representatives (2010–2011)

House of Representatives (2010–2011)

Chairman — Information & National Orientation

Committees

Chairman: House Committee on Information & National OrientationMember — House Committee on Federal Capital TerritoryMember — House Committee on SportMember — House Committee on Police Affairs
Senator of the Federal Republic (2023–Present)

Senator of the Federal Republic (2023–Present)

Chairman — Senate Public Accounts Committee (SPAC)

Committees

Chairman: Senate Public Accounts Committee (SPAC)Member — Senate Committee on Marine TransportMember — Senate Committee on Ecology & Climate ChangeMember — Senate Committee on Agriculture Production, Services & Rural DevelopmentMember — Senate Committee on Employment & ProductivityMember — Senate Committee on Foreign AffairsMember — Senate Committee on Agriculture Colleges & InstitutionsMember — Senate Committee on Solid MineralsMember — Senate Committee on Youth & SportsMember — Senate Committee on NavyMember — Senate Committee on Oil & Gas Host CommunityMember — Senate Committee on Trade & InvestmentsMember — Senate Committee on Women AffairsMember — Senate Committee on Media & Public Affairs

Career of Action

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Our Vision for Nasarawa

The Hearts Agenda

Senator Ahmed Wadada Aliyu's HEARTS Agenda highlights six strategic areas essential for Nasarawa's development. This plan aims to transform the state by focusing on human capital, resource utilization, sustainable agriculture, infrastructure development, economic growth, and ensuring security.

Sen. Ahmed Aliyu Wadada

Sen. Ahmed Aliyu Wadada

Vision & Strategic Pillars

Energy & Mineral Resources

Powering Industries Growth

Agriculture & Green Economy

Food Security & Sustainability

Rural & Urban Development

Infrastructure across Communities

Trade, Investment & Industry

Jobs, Business, and Economic Expansion

Human Capital Development

Education, Health, Youth Women & Children

Security

Men, Women & Children

Professional Journey

Leading Beyond the Chamber

2015 – Present

Convener — Northern Reawakening Forum

A platform for the political, economic, and cultural renaissance of Northern Nigeria — championing dialogue, unity, and progressive leadership.

2003

Founder — Association of the Under 40s in the House of Representatives

Pioneered a youth-led caucus within the National Assembly to amplify the voice of young legislators.

1991 – Present

Founder & Coordinator — Association for Better Keffi

Over three decades of community development, civic education, and grassroots advocacy for the people of Keffi.

2004–2011

Member, National Executive Committee (NEC) — Peoples Democratic Party (PDP)

Served at the highest party executive level nationally.

2013–2014

National Financial Secretary — New People's Democratic Party (N-PDP)

Managed national financial affairs of the party.

2018

Chairman — APC Campaign Council, Nasarawa State

Led the All Progressives Congress state campaign council and served as first runner-up in the gubernatorial election.

Community Leadership

Community Leadership

National
Assignments

National Assignments

2004

Member

Presidential Monitoring Committee to study Commodity Exchange operations in Singapore, Malaysia & India, towards the establishment of the Abuja Securities & Commodity Exchange (ASEA).

2005

Chairman

Technical Committee on Review of the Securities Act (ISA No. 1991).

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Member

Bond Market Resuscitation Committee of Nigeria.

2006–2011

Core Member

Nigerian Economic Summit Group (NESG) Policy Commission, Non-Oil & Non-Agriculture Sectors.

Academic Background

Foundation of Knowledge

1993

Federal Polytechnic Nasarawa, Nasarawa State

Higher National Diploma (HND) — Business Administration & Management

1987

Federal Polytechnic Nasarawa, Nasarawa State

National Diploma (ND) — Business Administration & Management

1984

School of Preliminary Studies Keffi, Nasarawa State

General Certificate of Education (GCE)

1983

Government Secondary School Miango, Plateau State

General Certificate of Education (GCE)

1978

First School Leaving Certificate

Abdu Zanga Primary School Keffi, Nasarawa State

Qualifications

Qualifications — graduation photo

Scholastic
Honors

Scholastic Honors

1972–1977

Class Monitor

Abdu Zanga Primary School

1977–1978

Senior Prefect

Abdu Zanga Primary School

1982–1983

Social Prefect

Government Secondary School Miango

1982–1984

Social Director

Keffi Students Association

1991–Present

Coordinator

Association for Better Keffi

Global Engagements

International
Conferences
& Delegations

2003

Annual Parliamentary Conference

Canada

2004

Conference of the World Stock Exchange

New York, USA

2004

29th Annual Conference — International Organisation of Securities & Exchange Commissions (IOSCO)

Amman, Jordan · 17–20 May 2004

2004

Securities Summit on Juvenile Delinquency, Crime & Community Policy — Federal House of Representatives Special Security Committee

Nigeria · 10–11 August 2004

2004

Association of Stock Exchanges in Africa (ASEA)

Nairobi, Kenya · 23–26 November 2004

2005

30th Annual Conference — International Organisation of Securities Commissions (IOSCO)

Colombo, Sri Lanka · 4–7 April 2005

2005

Investment Road Show — Nigerian Stock Exchange (NSE)

New York, USA · June 2005

Conference
Get in Touch

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Together we will build the Nasarawa State our children deserve — and our generation will be proud to have built.

Office AddressNo. 40 Chuba Okadigbo Street, Apo Legislative Quarters Zone B, Abuja, Nigeria
Phone+234 803 325 4856
Emailwadadaahmed@gmail.com