DARIUS ISHAKU BIOGRAPHY, EDUCATION, CAREER, CONTROVERSIES AND NET WORTH

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Darius Dickson Ishaku, born on July 30, 1954, is a Nigerian architect, urban planner, university lecturer, and politician. He is a member of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and served as the Governor of Taraba State from May 29, 2015, to May 29, 2023.

DARIUS ISHAKU PROFILE

Name	Darius Ishaku
Real Name	Darius Dickson Ishaku
Date of Birth	30 July 1954
Age	70 Years
State of Origin	Taraba State
Nationality	Nigerian
Occupation	Politician, Architect and Lawyer
Religion	Christain
Marital Status	Married
Net Worth	$8 Million
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DARIUS ISHAKU BIOGRAPHY

Ishaku hails from Takum in Taraba State. Before delving fully into politics, Darius Ishaku had a notable career as an architect and urban planner. He worked in the private sector and also served as a university lecturer, influencing the next generation of architects and planners.

EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND

He pursued his higher education at Ahmadu Bello University (ABU), Zaria, where he obtained a Bachelor’s degree in Architecture. He later went on to earn a Master’s degree in Urban and Regional Planning from the same institution.

Over time, his contributions to architecture earned him the distinguished titles of Fellow of the Nigerian Institute of Architects (FNIA) and Fellow of the Nigerian Institute of Town Planners (FNITP).

CAREER

Ishaku began his journey into national politics when he was appointed Minister of State for Niger Delta Affairs during President Goodluck Jonathan’s administration. He also served as the Minister of Power before contesting for the gubernatorial seat in Taraba State.

In 2015, Ishaku won the governorship election under the banner of the PDP, and he was re-elected for a second term in 2019.

CONTROVERSIES

In September 2024, after leaving office, Darius Ishaku was arraigned by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) on charges of corruption. The charges involved an alleged diversion of N27 billion during his time as governor.

He, along with a former permanent secretary in the state, Bello Yero, faced a 15-count charge related to criminal breach of trust, conspiracy, and misappropriation of funds. Both have pleaded not guilty, and the legal process is ongoing .