Yemi Osinbajo

ModernPoliticianNigeria1957 — ?

Nigerian vice president, pastor-lawyer.

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Quick Facts

Born

1957

Country

Nigeria

Era

Modern

Occupation

Politician

Score Overview

Military (10%)50

Political (20%)45

Influence (20%)51

Legacy (20%)39

Leadership (15%)67

Strategy (15%)42

Total Score48.6

Yemi Osinbajo — Complete Timeline

2015 AD

Appointed Vice President of NigeriaPolitical Action◆ Major

Yemi Osinbajo was elected Vice President under President Muhammadu Buhari on the All Progressives Congress (APC) platform. He served two terms from 2015 to 2023, acting as president during Buhari's medical absences.

Nigerian PoliticsVice PresidencyBuhari Administration

Impact: nationalconstructive

2016 AD

Launched the National Social Investment ProgramReform◆ Major

Osinbajo oversaw the launch of Nigeria's National Social Investment Program (NSIP), including conditional cash transfers, school feeding, and job creation schemes. The program aimed to reduce poverty and support vulnerable populations.

Social PolicyPoverty ReductionNigerian Government

Impact: nationalconstructive

2017 AD

Acting President During Buhari's Medical LeavePolitical Action◆ Major

Osinbajo served as Acting President for several months in 2017 while President Buhari received medical treatment in the UK. He oversaw the government and made key appointments during this period.

Nigerian PoliticsActing PresidentBuhari Health

Impact: national