Ahmed Makarfi

Ahmed Mohammed Makarfi (born 8 August 1956), is a Nigerian politician and the former Chairman of the People's Democratic Party. He was the two times governor of Kaduna state and one time senator.

 Early life and education 
Makarfi was born in Makarfi Local Government Area of Kaduna State. He went to Federal Government College Enugu and the first head boy of the school. 

 Career 
Makarfi began his career at the Nigeria Universal Bank, where he rose to the rank of Assistant General Manager. He was appointed  as Commissioner of Finance and Economic. Makarfi was elected as the executive governor of Kaduna State in 1999 and also won a second four-year term in 2003. He was elected as a Senator representing Kaduna North Senatorial District. In 2016, Makarfi was appointed PDP national Chairman at a Convention held in Port Harcourt and later resigned after 2019 primary election. 

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Category:1956 births
Category:Living people
Category:Politicians from Kaduna State