Abdulfatai Yahaya Seriki

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Abdulfatai Yahaya Seriki
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Personal details
Born (1975-10-08) 8 October 1975 (age 50)
NationalityFlag of Nigeria.svg Nigeria
Political party All Progressives Congress
SpouseMrs. Fatimah Abdulfatah

Yahaya Seriki(born October 8, 1975) [1] is an APC Chieftain from Ilorin Kwara State in North central Nigeria. Before joining active politics, Yahaya Seriki is a businessman and philanthropist. He is the Founder and managing director of Kursi Investments Limited. [2] [3]

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Early life and education

Abdulfatai Yahaya Seriki was born in Ilorin, Kwara State, Nigeria. [4] He attended primary and secondary schools in Ilorin. Information available in public interviews and local publications indicates he later pursued further training and professional development, though details on his tertiary education have not been extensively documented in publicly accessible sources.

Business career

Seriki has been active across sectors including business development, trading, logistics, and community engagement. He has served in various managerial and entrepreneurial capacities, contributing to business operations in Kwara State and beyond.

He has been involved in multiple private ventures, with a focus on economic empowerment, youth participation in enterprise, and community-oriented business initiatives. [5] His work has supported employment opportunities and grassroots commercial activities in local communities.

Seriki is also known to have collaborated with different business associations, trade groups, and youth-led economic platforms. [6]

Political career

Abdulfatai Yahaya Seriki has been an active participant in political mobilization and strategy within Kwara State. [7] Over the years, he has contributed to political campaigns, youth engagement, and grassroots outreach programs. [8]

He has worked in various advisory roles and participated in party activities, including community sensitization and statewide political coordination. His involvement in political campaigns has been highlighted in several local media reports, particularly regarding his efforts in mobilizing youth groups and supporting civic participation. [9]

Seriki has also been associated with political reform efforts and community advocacy campaigns aimed at promoting inclusiveness and citizen engagement. [10] His political activities remain centered on Kwara State, where he continues to play a role in consultation, advocacy, and community support networks.

Philanthropy and community engagement

Seriki has been involved in several philanthropic efforts focused on youth development, education support, social welfare, and community-based initiatives. [11]

He has worked with various student bodies, civil society groups, and community platforms to support local empowerment programs. His engagements include sponsorships, mentoring activities, and participation in community development programs.

Awards and recognitions

Abdulfatai Yahaya Seriki has received multiple awards from student, community, and professional organizations. These recognitions include:

Personal life

Seriki is married and maintains strong connections with his community in Ilorin. He participates in local cultural events and supports youth-led initiatives.

References

  1. "Kwara Governor greets APC chieftain Seriki on birthday anniversary".
  2. "Management". Archived from the original on 2021-06-11. Retrieved 2021-06-11.
  3. "Reference at www.latestschgist.com.ng". Archived from the original on 2022-12-06. Retrieved 2021-06-11.
  4. "Kwara State".
  5. "AMB Abdulfatai Yahaya Seriki – A Beacon of Progressive Leadership".
  6. "Yahaya Seriki: Reshaping Kwara".
  7. "35 candidates jostle for governorship position in Kwara".
  8. "Yahaya Seriki Gambari: New phenomenon in Kwara".
  9. "Understanding Political Philosophy of Amb Abdulfatai Yahaya Seriki".
  10. "Ripples in Kwara APC as PDP candidate visits party chieftain in Ilorin".
  11. "Yahaya Seriki Foundation releases N250m to alleviate poverty in Kwara".
  12. "All hail, Ambassador AbdulFatai Yahaya Seriki Gambari, MFR".