Bola Ahmed Tinubu, born on March 29, 1952, is a prominent Nigerian politician and businessman who has played a significant role in the country's political landscape. Tinubu's early life saw him attending Richard J. Daley College in Chicago before transferring to Chicago State University, where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting. His professional career began in the United States, working for several firms including Arthur Andersen and Deloitte & Touche.

Returning to Nigeria in the early 1990s, Tinubu's political career took off when he became a key figure in the pro-democracy movement opposing the military regime of General Sani Abacha. His involvement in the movement earned him recognition and laid the groundwork for his future political career. Tinubu was elected Senator for the Lagos West Constituency in Lagos State in 1993, but his tenure was cut short by the military coup that annulled the 1993 presidential elections.

In 1999, Tinubu was elected Governor of Lagos State, a position he held until 2007. During his governorship, he was known for his efforts in infrastructural development, particularly in the areas of transportation and urban development. His tenure saw the implementation of various reforms and projects aimed at improving the state’s infrastructure and public services.

Tinubu's political influence expanded beyond Lagos State as he became a central figure in the formation of the All Progressives Congress (APC), a merger of opposition parties aimed at challenging the dominance of the People's Democratic Party (PDP) at the national level. His role in the formation and success of the APC was crucial in the election of Muhammadu Buhari as President of Nigeria in 2015.

In 2023, Tinubu himself contested the presidency and won, becoming the President of Nigeria. His presidency has been marked by various challenges, including economic issues and security concerns, but Tinubu's political career continues to be influential in shaping the future of Nigeria.

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