James Ibori

ModernPoliticianNigeria1959 — ?

Nigerian governor convicted of money laundering.

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Quick Facts

Born

1959

Country

Nigeria

Era

Modern

Occupation

Politician

Score Overview

Military (10%)50

Political (20%)28

Influence (20%)46

Legacy (20%)36

Leadership (15%)52

Strategy (15%)42

Total Score41.7

James Ibori — Complete Timeline

1999 AD

Governor of Delta StatePolitical Action◆ Major

James Ibori was elected Governor of Delta State under the People's Democratic Party (PDP). He served two terms from 1999 to 2007, overseeing oil revenue management and infrastructure projects.

Nigerian PoliticsGovernorshipDelta State

Impact: regional

2012 AD

Convicted of Money Laundering in the UKPolitical Action◆ Major

Ibori was convicted in a UK court on charges of money laundering and fraud, involving over

CorruptionMoney LaunderingUK ConvictionNigerian Politics

Impact: globaldestructive

2016 AD

Released from UK PrisonPolitical Action

Ibori was released from a UK prison after serving four years of his sentence. He returned to Nigeria, where he remained politically influential despite his conviction.

Prison ReleaseNigerian PoliticsCorruption

Impact: national