Namadi Sambo – Vice President of Nigeria (2010 to 2015)
13th Vice President of Nigeria (2010 to 2015)
Namadi Sambo was born on August 2, 1954, in Zaria, Kaduna State, Nigeria. He is a Nigerian architect and politician who served as the 13th Vice President of Nigeria from 2010 to 2015 under President Goodluck Ebele Jonathan.
Namadi Sambo was raised in Zaria, where he had his early education. His upbringing was in a predominantly academic environment, as his father, Ahmadu Sambo, was a prominent Islamic scholar.
| List | Vice President Information |
|---|---|
| Name | Namadi Sambo |
| Date of Birth | August 2, 1954 |
| Age | 69 (as of 2024) |
| Ancestral Home | Zaria, Kaduna State, Nigeria |
| Native Language | Hausa |
| School Attended | – Kaduna Polytechnic (Architecture) |
| Career & Occupation | Politician, Architect, Businessman |
| Height | Approx. 1.75m (5 ft 9 in) |
| Known As | Namadi Sambo |
| Citizenship | Nigerian |
| Residence | Abuja, Nigeria |
| Religion | Islam |
| Wife’s Name | Amina Namadi Sambo |
| Children’s Name | Several, including Adam Namadi Sambo |
| Assumed Vice Presidential Office | May 19, 2010 |
| Left Vice Presidential Office | May 29, 2015 |
| Political Party | People’s Democratic Party (PDP) |
Related: President Goodluck E. Jonathan (Former President – (2010-2015)
Namadi Sambo’s Education
He pursued his academic journey in the field of architecture. He attended the Kaduna Capital School for his elementary education and later proceeded to the Barewa College in Zaria for his secondary education. After completing his secondary education, he gained admission to the Ahmadu Bello University (ABU) in Zaria, where he studied Architecture. He successfully earned his Bachelor’s degree in Architecture from ABU.
Sambo’s educational pursuits did not end there. He went on to obtain a Master’s degree in Architecture from the same university. His academic achievements in the field of architecture laid the foundation for his later professional and political career.
Namadi Sambo’s Political Career
Namadi Sambo’s entry into politics was marked by his involvement in the Kaduna State government. He served in various capacities, including Commissioner for Special Duties, Commissioner for Works and Transport, and Commissioner for Housing.
His political trajectory continued to ascend, and he later became the Governor of Kaduna State, serving two terms from 2007 to 2010. His tenure as governor was characterized by various developmental projects and initiatives in the state.
In 2010, Namadi Sambo was selected as the running mate to then-presidential candidate President Goodluck Ebele . The Jonathan-Sambo ticket won the 2011 presidential election, and Namadi Sambo assumed office as the 13th Vice President of Nigeria on May 19, 2010. During his tenure as vice president, Sambo played a role in various national and international matters.
