Abbas Tajudeen Biography: Age, Parents, Tribe, Net Worth, Wife, Children, Scholarship, Wiki

Biography

Tajudeen Abbas, Ph.D., GCON (born October 1, 1963, in Zaria, Kaduna State, Nigeria), is a Nigerian academic, politician, and member of the All Progressives Congress (APC) representing Zaria Federal Constituency.

A prince of the Zazzau Emirate holding the title Iyan Zazzau, he holds degrees in business administration from Ahmadu Bello University and a doctorate from Usmanu Danfodiyo University.

Prior to politics, he worked as a teacher, lecturer at Kaduna State University, and marketing manager.

First elected to the House of Representatives in 2011, he has served four terms and became Speaker in June 2023 with overwhelming support.

Known for sponsoring a record 74 bills in the 9th Assembly, Abbas advocates for youth empowerment, women’s representation, and regional stability.

Speaker of the House of Representatives of Nigeria
Abbas Tajudeen
Wiki Facts & About Data
Real Name:	Abbas Tajudeen
Born:	1 October 1963 (age 62 years old)
Place of Birth:	Zaria, Kaduna State, Nigeria
State Of Origin:	Kaduna State
Nationality:	Nigerian
Education:	LEA Primary School, Government Secondary School Makarfi, Katsina Teacher’s College, Ahmadu Bello University, Usmanu Danfodiyo University
Height:	1.77 m
Parents:	Muhammad Sani Abbas, Aisha Halima Abbas
Siblings:	Alhaji Aminu Pate
Spouse:	Hajiya Fatima Tajuddeen Abbas, Hajiya Hussaina Tajuddeen Abbas
Girlfriend • Partner:	Not Dating
Children:	3
Occupation:	Academic • Politician
Net Worth:	$1.5 million (USD)

Early Life & Education

Tajudeen Abbas, born on October 1, 1963, in Zaria, Kaduna State, Nigeria, is from the royal lineage of the Zazzau Emirate, tracing his descent to the Mallawa dynasty through his father, Muhammad Sani Abbas.

His mother, Aisha Halima Abbas, comes from Dutsen Kura in Malumfashi, Katsina State. As a prince of the emirate, he holds the title Iyan Zazzau, marking him as the 17th in line and sixth among its kingmakers.

Of Hausa ethnicity, Abbas grew up immersed in the cultural and historical traditions of the Zazzau Emirate. A devout Muslim, he has expressed commitment to interfaith harmony, notably extending goodwill to Christians during holidays.

He has publicly mourned a brother, Alhaji Aminu Pate, described as a unifying family figure, though further details on siblings are scarce.

His educational journey began at LEA Primary School, Lemu, Zaria (1970–1976), followed by Government Secondary School, Makarfi, and Katsina Teacher’s College (1978–1981).

He earned a diploma in accounting (1982–1984), a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration (1985–1988), and a Master’s degree in Business Administration (1991–1993) from Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria.

In 2010, he completed a Ph.D. in business management at Usmanu Danfodiyo University, Sokoto, laying a strong foundation for his academic and political career.

Career

Tajudeen Abbas began his professional journey in education, drawing on his strong academic foundation in business administration.

After completing both his bachelor’s and master’s degrees at Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria, he began his career as a primary school teacher (1981–1988) before transitioning into higher education. From 1989 to 1993, he taught accounting at Kaduna State College of Education.

In 1993, Abbas transitioned into the private sector, working as a marketing manager at NTC Plc until 2001, where he gained valuable experience in business operations and management.

He later returned to academia, joining Kaduna State University in 2001 as a senior lecturer. Between 2005 and 2010, he served as Head of the Department of Business Administration and Accounting while pursuing his doctoral studies. In 2010, he earned a Ph.D. in Business Management from Usmanu Danfodiyo University, Sokoto.

Abbas entered politics in 2011 as a member of the All Progressives Congress (APC), winning an election to represent the Zaria Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives.

He was re-elected in 2015, 2019, and 2023, making him a four-term member of the legislature. During the 9th Assembly (2019–2023), he distinguished himself by sponsoring 74 bills, the highest by any legislator in that session. His legislative agenda emphasized youth empowerment, women’s inclusion, and regional stability.

In June 2023, Abbas was elected Speaker of the House of Representatives, securing 353 out of 359 votes in a historic consensus victory.

Since assuming office, he has prioritized inclusive governance, legislative reforms, and tackling pressing national challenges, including insecurity and economic development—an approach deeply informed by his extensive academic and professional background.

Social Media

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Personal Life

Tajudeen Abbas, born on October 1, 1963, in Zaria, Kaduna State, Nigeria, is 62 years old, though some sources list his birth year as 1965.

A devout Muslim from the Hausa ethnic group, he is married to two wives in a polygamous union common in his cultural background: Hajiya Fatima Tajuddeen Abbas and Hajiya Hussaina Tajuddeen Abbas.

Abbas is a father to children, including sons and daughters, with some accounts mentioning a total of three, although comprehensive family details are limited.

Standing at 5 feet 10 inches tall, he carries a composed stature that complements his roles as a prince of the Zazzau Emirate and Speaker of the Nigerian House of Representatives.

Net Worth

Tajudeen Abbas, the Speaker of Nigeria’s House of Representatives, has an estimated net worth of around $1.5 million, derived from his academic career, private sector roles, and political positions.

Some sources cite a lower figure of approximately $800,000; however, detailed public asset declarations are not widely available, and estimates vary due to the opaque nature of Nigeria’s political finances.