Umaru Tanko Al-Makura is a veteran Nigerian politician who served as the Governor of Nasarawa State from 2011 to 2019, and subsequently as a Senator representing Nasarawa South Senatorial District since 2019.
A member of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Al-Makura’s political journey includes a period as the State Secretary of the National Republican Convention (NRC) in the Third Republic.
His tenure as governor was marked by significant investments in infrastructure, particularly road construction, urban development, and education. He is credited with initiating various projects aimed at modernizing Nasarawa State.
As a Senator, Al-Makura has been an active voice in legislative matters, contributing to debates on national development and good governance.
His extensive experience in both executive and legislative arms of government underscores his deep understanding of Nigeria’s political landscape.
