Top 10 Richest Politicians In Nasarawa State

Let’s be honest — when you hear “Nasarawa,” your mind probably jumps to agriculture, mineral resources, and maybe even the Akwanga hills. But hold it right there! There’s a money story quietly unfolding in this Middle Belt state that deserves a whole Netflix series. And no, it’s not about cow farming. It's about politicians — the movers and shakers whose pockets are deeper than the Benue River.

So, I bring to you the real Top 10 Richest Politicians in Nasarawa State, 100% natives and politically certified.

1. Abdullahi Sule — The Executive Industrialist

• Net Worth: Estimated at $720 million

• Position(s) Held: Governor of Nasarawa State (2019 – present)

• LGA: Gudi, Akwanga LGA

Let’s start with the man sitting comfortably in the driver’s seat of Nasarawa’s affairs. Abdullahi Sule isn’t just a politician; the man is a technocrat with an oil and gas pedigree. Before he entered Government House Lafia, he was busy managing oil refineries and sugar industries. Man was the MD of Dangote Sugar Refinery — that alone should tell you he's swimming in serious cash.

And even as governor, his salary might be public knowledge, but trust me, that’s not where the billions are coming from. His portfolio of investments reads like a Forbes feature: oil, sugar, logistics, real estate — the man is the Jeff Bezos of Nasarawa.

2. Umaru Tanko Al-Makura — From Wheelchairs to Wheel Deals

• Net Worth: $650 million

• Position(s) Held: Governor (2011 – 2019), Senator (2019 – 2023)

• LGA: Lafia LGA

Al-Makura is proof that politics isn’t just about grammar and agbada. Before he became governor, he already owned a booming business empire — Almakura Nigeria Limited. He didn’t enter politics to “start something.” He was already rich and came to serve (and let’s be honest, probably got richer).

During his time as governor, he supervised infrastructure upgrades and pocketed some influence coins. Add that to his investments in real estate and hospitality, and you have a man whose financial muscles are anything but ordinary.

3. Abdullahi Adamu — The Patriarch of Political Wealth

• Net Worth: $180 million

• Position(s) Held: Governor (1999 – 2007), Senator (2011 – 2022), National Chairman of APC (2022 – 2023)

• LGA: Keffi LGA

You know that one uncle in every family who’s been around forever and always has a story to tell? That’s Abdullahi Adamu — except instead of stories, he has farms, estates, and political clout. A veteran in every sense, he’s navigated from the PDP days to APC’s glory without losing steam or money.

Aside from politics, Adamu is a commercial farmer with massive hectares of land producing food in bulk. Some say he owns more land than a few LGAs combined. He’s got real estate in Abuja, contracts in the bag, and enough political capital to buy a medium-sized country.

4. Labaran Maku — The Media Man with Mega Money

• Net Worth: $450 million

• Position(s) Held: Minister of Information (2011 – 2015), former Commissioner in Nasarawa

• LGA: Nassarawa Eggon LGA

Labaran Maku’s rise is one of those underdog stories. He went from journalist to commissioner to minister and then to a political influencer whose net worth has people whispering at dinner parties. His communication business, media investments, and political connections have helped him amass a tidy fortune.

The man knows how to talk his way into influence and contracts, and he’s built a real estate empire that reaches far beyond Nasarawa borders. Don’t let the calm exterior fool you; he’s a money mover.

5. Solomon Ewuga — Silent Operator, Wealth Accumulator

• Net Worth: $400 million

• Position(s) Held: Minister of State for FCT, Senator, Commissioner

• LGA: Nasarawa Eggon LGA

Solomon Ewuga isn’t the noisemaker type. He’s not trending on Twitter or making controversial statements. Instead, he’s been building wealth through careful positioning. Legal practice, consultancy, insider contracts, and business development — Ewuga is the kind of man who walks into a boardroom and leaves with a signed deal.

His investments in property and infrastructure development across Lafia and Abuja have quietly made him one of Nasarawa’s most financially successful politicians.

6. Philip Gyunka — The Local Industrialist

• Net Worth: $300 million

• Position(s) Held: Senator (2015 – 2019)

• LGA: Akwanga LGA

Senator Gyunka may not have the federal appointments like others, but the man knows how to turn one naira into ten. Known for his business involvement in manufacturing and construction, he leveraged his time in the National Assembly to expand his influence — and wealth.

Locals call him a "builder" — not just of houses but of quiet influence. His company’s projects have earned him good money, and his lifestyle shows it — from houses in Abuja to fleets of exotic cars.

7. Mohammed Onawo — The Farmer Who Farms Cash

• Net Worth: $250 million

• Position(s) Held: House of Representatives Member (2011 – 2019)

• LGA: Doma LGA

Mohammed Ogoshi Onawo is a political hybrid — equal parts agriculturist and lawmaker. His farms in Doma are said to produce everything from maize to political strategy. He turned his public office into an opportunity to expand his agribusiness and invest in real estate and education.

He also owns educational institutions and is reportedly exploring hospitality ventures. The man is not loud, but his bank account definitely speaks volumes.

8. Suleiman Adokwe — The Legal Don with Financial Sense

• Net Worth: $200 million

• Position(s) Held: Senator (2007 – 2015), Commissioner, Permanent Secretary

• LGA: Doma LGA

Suleiman Adokwe is another classic example of a man who used his education and government positions wisely. A trained lawyer, he served in various administrative roles before entering the Senate, where he expanded his network (and net worth).

He invested in telecom, real estate, and consultancy services. Word on the street is that even though he's no longer in the spotlight, his companies are doing quite well. Plus, his pension package doesn’t exactly scream “broke.”

9. Aliyu Wadada — The Businessman Turned Politico

• Net Worth: $180 million

• Position(s) Held: House of Reps Member (2003 – 2011), currently a Senator

• LGA: Keffi LGA

Aliyu Wadada is best described as the entrepreneur-politician hybrid. Long before most knew him, he was dealing in import/export and logistics. Politics came as an added bonus — more connections, more contracts.

He has his hands in manufacturing, agriculture, and real estate — the full buffet. Plus, his lifestyle shows taste: quiet luxury, tailored kaftans, and a convoy that doesn’t joke around.

10. Musa Ahmed Mohammed — The Silent Tycoon

• Net Worth: $150 million

• Position(s) Held: Political appointee & business mogul

• LGA: Lafia LGA

Musa Ahmed isn’t always in the headlines, but when contract bids are being signed or roads are being paved, he’s there. This businessman-politician hybrid has been involved in logistics, road construction, and oil distribution. He’s worked as a behind-the-scenes strategist for years, and he’s cashing out big time.

He’s not flashy, but don’t be surprised if the person paying for your next political rally venue is his company.

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🎤 Final Word

If anyone ever told you that Nasarawa is all about yam and tomatoes, show them this blog post. The state has some of the richest, most business-savvy politicians in Nigeria. These men didn’t just rise through political office—they stacked up investments, ran businesses, and built empires.

Now the only question is: will the next generation of Nasarawa leaders follow in their wealth-building footsteps — or be content with one SUV and a temporary government badge?

Either way, these 10 men have shown that in Nasarawa, political power and financial muscle often go hand in hand — sometimes literally.