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Ibrahim Yakubu Lame
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| Senator | |
| In office 1992–1993 |
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| Minister of Police Affairs | |
| In office 17 December 2008 – March 2010 |
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| President | Umaru Yar’Adua |
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| Born | 10 February 1953 Bauchi State, Nigeria |
| Died | 25 May 2019 (aged 66) Abuja, Nigeria |
Dr. Ibrahim Yakubu Lame was an important Nigerian educator and politician. He was born on February 10, 1953, and passed away on May 25, 2019. He served his country in several key roles. For example, he was a senator in 1992. He also worked as a special assistant to President Olusegun Obasanjo. Later, he became the Minister of Police Affairs under President Umaru Yar'Adua.
Early Life and Education
Ibrahim Yakubu Lame was born in Bauchi State, Nigeria. He loved learning and went to university. He studied Political Science at Ahmadu Bello University in Zaria.
He then traveled to the United States to continue his studies. He earned a Ph.D. in Higher Education Administration from Ohio University. This means he became an expert in how schools and universities are managed.
Career in Public Service
After his studies, Ibrahim Yakubu Lame started working in education. In 1978, he became an Assistant Registrar at Bauchi College of Arts and Science. He later became the principal of that college in 1984.
From 1985 to 1987, he served as the Commissioner for Education. This role meant he helped manage schools and learning in his state. In 1992, he was elected as a Senator. Senators are lawmakers who help create rules for the country.
He also held important positions in the People's Democratic Party (PDP). From 1998 to 1999, he was the party's deputy national secretary. In 2002, he was the Director General of the Peoples Democratic Institute.
Serving as Police Affairs Minister
On December 17, 2008, President Umaru Yar'Adua chose him for a big job. He was appointed as the Minister of Police Affairs. This role meant he was in charge of helping the police force in Nigeria.
When he started, he noticed many things needed fixing. Police detention cells and living areas were not in good shape. The police also needed more vehicles to do their job. He also worked to improve how the police connected with communities.
In November 2009, some people asked about money meant for fighting crime. Dr. Lame explained that the money was safe. He said there were just some delays in starting the projects.
