Bola Ige

ModernPoliticianNigeria1930 — ?

Nigerian justice minister assassinated.

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Quick Facts

Born

1930

Country

Nigeria

Era

Modern

Occupation

Politician

Score Overview

Military (10%)36

Political (20%)41

Influence (20%)51

Legacy (20%)42

Leadership (15%)52

Strategy (15%)37

Total Score44.4

Bola Ige — Complete Timeline

1979 AD

Governor of Oyo StatePolitical Action◆ Major

Bola Ige was elected Governor of Oyo State under the Unity Party of Nigeria (UPN). He served from 1979 to 1983, focusing on education and rural development.

Nigerian PoliticsGovernorshipOyo State

Impact: regionalconstructive

2000 AD

Appointed Minister of JusticePolitical Action◆ Major

Ige was appointed Minister of Justice and Attorney General of the Federation by President Olusegun Obasanjo. He served until his assassination, working on legal reforms and anti-corruption efforts.

Nigerian PoliticsJustice MinistryObasanjo Administration

Impact: nationalconstructive

2001 AD

Assassinated at His HomePolitical Action

Bola Ige was assassinated at his home in Ibadan on December 23, 2001. The murder remains unsolved, with various political motives suspected. His death shocked Nigeria and highlighted political violence.

AssassinationPolitical ViolenceNigeriaUnsolved Murder

Impact: nationaltragic