Senator Saliu Mustapha

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Senator Saliu Mustapha

Senator Saliu Mustapha
Full Name:
Saliu Mustapha
Electoral Status:
Senatorial Candidate – Kwara Central District (2027)
Current Political Role:
Senator, Kwara Central (2023 till date)
Date of Birth:
September 25, 1972 (53 years)
State of Origin:
Kwara State
Hometown:
Ilorin
LGA:
Ilorin East
Ward:
Gambari I
Political Party:
Peoples Democratic Party (PDP)
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Biography

Saliu Mustapha, popularly known as the Turaki of Ilorin, is a distinguished Nigerian politician, businessman, and philanthropist. Born into the family of Alhaji Issa and Hajiya Maryam Mustapha of the prominent Ile-Ilorin, he has built a reputation as a bridge-builder in Kwara politics, combining grassroots appeal with more than two decades of partisan politics at the national level.

Known for his grassroots appeal, philanthropy, and loyalty to the APC, he is widely regarded as a frontline figure in Kwara politics. He is the Founder and Chairman of the Saliu Mustapha Foundation, which has impacted thousands through education, healthcare, and community development initiatives.

Education

  • St. Bartholomew Primary School, Wusasa, Zaria
  • Command Secondary School, Kaduna
  • Higher National Diploma (HND) in Mineral Resources Engineering, Kaduna Polytechnic

Professional Career

Saliu Mustapha is an accomplished international businessman with significant interests in mining, real estate and construction. As the founder and chairman of the Saliu Mustapha Foundation, he has championed numerous community development initiatives, focusing on youth empowerment, digital literacy, and poverty alleviation. His business acumen and philanthropic efforts have earned him widespread respect and influence in Kwara State and beyond.

Traditional Titles & Community Honors​

  • Turaki of Ilorin Emirate – Conferred by the Emir of Ilorin (2021)
  • Maiyegun of Obbo-Aiyegunle – Conferred by the Owa L’Obbo of Obbo-Aiyegunle (2022)
  • Aare Atunluse of Oro-Ago Kingdom – Conferred by the Oloro of Oro-Ago (2024)
  • Agba’akin of Isin Kingdom – Conferred by the Olusin of Isanlu-Isin (2024)
  • Grand Patron, Ilorin Emirate Students’ Union – Honored as chief advisor to students within the emirate (2025)

Political Journey

Saliu Mustapha’s political career spans over two decades, marked by strategic roles in party administration and developmental politics. His journey includes:

2001 - 2002
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National Publicity Secretary, Progressive Liberation Party (PLP)
2003
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Co-founder and National Publicity Secretary, Progressive Action Congress (PAC)
2003 - 2007
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National Deputy Chairman, All Nigeria Peoples Party (ANPP)
2007
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House of Representatives Candidate, Ilorin East/Ilorin South Federal Constituency (ANPP)
2011 - 2013
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Founding NEC member & National Deputy Chairman, Congress for Progressive Change (CPC)
2013
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CPC delegate that signed the merger agreement creating All Progressives Congress (APC)
2013
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Prominent member of the All Progressives Congress (APC) following the merger
2018
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Contested APC primaries for Kwara State governorship (disqualified mid-primary; party later apologised)
2022
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Aspirant, APC National Chairmanship (stepped down for consensus candidate)
2022 - 2023
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Emerged as APC candidate for Kwara Central Senatorial District, defeating incumbent Senator Ibrahim Yahaya Oloriegbe, and won the 2023 senatorial election
2023 - Present
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Senator representing Kwara Central in the 10th National Assembly
2026
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Contested the All Progressives Congress (APC) Gubernatorial Primaries
August 2026
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Resigned from APC and defected to the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP)
August 2026
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Emerged as the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) Kwara Central Senatorial Candidate

2027 Political Outlook

Senator Saliu Mustapha enters the 2027 election as the PDP Senatorial Candidate for Kwara Central, marking a significant new chapter in his political career following his move from the APC to the PDP. Having previously represented Kwara Central in the National Assembly, his candidacy brings legislative experience and familiarity with the senatorial district to the contest.

His political realignment has added a new dimension to the 2027 race in Kwara Central, particularly given his previous prominence within the APC and his decision to contest under the PDP platform. His return to the senatorial contest will place his record in the National Assembly, constituency engagement and political evolution under renewed scrutiny.

The 2027 election will therefore be an important test of Mustapha’s ability to retain his political relevance in Kwara Central while building on his experience as a serving senator and translating his new platform into electoral support.

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