Dr. Ibrahim Yahaya Oloriegbe

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Sen. Dr. Ibrahim Yahaya Oloriegbe

Full Name:
Ibrahim Yahaya Oloriegbe
Electoral Intent:
Declared Gubernatorial Aspirant – Kwara State (2027)
Current Political Role:
Chairman, National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA) (2025 till date)
Date of Birth:
November 12, 1960 (65 years)
State of Origin:
Kwara State
Hometown:
Ilorin
LGA:
Ilorin West
Ward:
Ogidi
Political Party:
All Progressives Congress (APC)
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Biography

Senator Ibrahim Yahya Oloriegbe is a Nigerian medical doctor, health policy expert, and politician with extensive experience in both public service and private healthcare practice. He is widely recognized for his contributions to Nigeria’s health sector and his role in legislative health reforms during his time in the National Assembly.

With a career spanning decades, Oloriegbe built a strong reputation in medical practice and professional leadership before transitioning fully into politics. His blend of technocratic expertise and political experience has positioned him as a respected voice in health policy and governance.

Education

  • Bishop Smith Primary School, Ilorin

  • Ansarul Islam Secondary School, Oloje, Ilorin (1974–1979)

  • Ahmadu Bello University (ABU), Zaria – MBBS (Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery), 1985

  • Executive MSc in Consulting and Coaching for Change – Joint programme by University of Oxford (UK) and HEC Business School (Paris), 2006

Professional Career

Dr. Oloriegbe has practised medicine since 1985 in both public and private sectors. He served as Medical Director of Al-Barka Hospital in Kano and founded/operated Oloriegbe Clinic & Maternity Hospital in Ilorin.

He held leadership positions in medical professional bodies, including:

  • Secretary General, Nigerian Medical Association (NMA), Kano State (1991–1994) and member of the national executive council.
  • Secretary, Association of General and Private Medical Practitioners of Nigeria (AGPMPN) and Guild of Medical Directors (GMD), Kano (1992–1994).

His expertise in public health and health systems has shaped his legislative and policy contributions, with a strong focus on improving healthcare access and infrastructure.

Political Journey

Dr. Oloriegbe’s political journey spans over two decades, marked by consistent service and strategic roles:

1999–2003
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Elected Member, Kwara State House of Assembly (under APP/ANPP). Served as Majority Leader of the House
2011
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Contested Kwara Central Senatorial seat (under ACN) but lost to Senator Bukola Saraki
2019
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Defeated incumbent Senate President Bukola Saraki to win the Kwara Central Senatorial District seat under the APC.
2019 - 2023
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Senator, 9th National Assembly. Served as Chairman, Senate Committee on Health and Chairman, Joint National Assembly Committees on Health.
2022
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Lost APC senatorial ticket to Saliu Mustapha
2025 - Present
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Appointed by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu as Chairman of the Governing Council, National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA)

2027 Political Outlook

Dr. Oloriegbe’s declaration positions him as a serious contender for the APC ticket in the 2027 Kwara governorship race. With his medical background, legislative experience, health policy expertise, and track record of service across Kwara, he presents himself as a competent, unifying, and development-focused alternative. His emphasis on practical governance, healthcare improvement, and youth/women empowerment continues to attract support from diverse stakeholders. As the race intensifies, his nationwide network and consistent loyalty to progressive ideals strengthen his standing as a leading aspirant.

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