Abdulmalik Mohammed Sarkindaji
Abdulmalik Mohammed Sarkindaji | |
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| Born | Kontagora, Niger State, Nigeria |
| Occupation(s) | Attorney, government official, political tactician |
| Years active | 2016–present |
| Known for | Speaker of the 10th session of the Niger State House of Assembly |
Abdulmalik Mohammed Sarkindaji is a Nigerian attorney, government official, and political tactician currently holding the position of Speaker in the 10th session of the Niger State House of Assembly. He is affiliated with the All Progressives Congress (APC) and serves as the representative for the Mariga Local Government Constituency within Niger State.
Early life and education
Born in Kontagora, Niger State, Nigeria, Sarkindaji commenced his academic journey at Mustapha Comprehensive School, completing his Senior Secondary School Certificate in 2001. He earned a Diploma in Law from the Federal Polytechnic, located in Birnin Kebbi, in 2004. Subsequently, he obtained an L.L.B degree from Usmanu Danfodio University, Sokoto in 2010. Following this, he was admitted to the Nigerian Bar in 2011 after completing studies at the Nigerian Law School, situated in Enugu.
In 2020, he completed a Master’s program specializing in International Studies and Diplomacy at Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida University, Lapai.
Legal and political career
After his call to the bar, Sarkindaji undertook his NYSC placement at a law firm as an assistant solicitor. His professional experience also includes roles as a financial legal advisor and estate consultant.
His political career began in 2016 when he assumed the role of Executive Chairman for the Mariga Local Government Area. In 2019, he was appointed Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs by Governor Abubakar Sani Bello, followed by a subsequent appointment as Commissioner for Youth and Sport in 2021.
In the 2023 elections, Sarkindaji secured a seat in the Niger State House of Assembly representing Mariga Local Government Constituency. On June 13, 2023, he was unanimously chosen as Speaker of the Assembly’s 10th session.
Student and youth leadership
During his time at Usmanu Danfodiyo University, Sarkindaji was actively involved in student governance. He held the position of President of the National Association of Niger State Students (NANISS) and served as Speaker of its national parliament in 2009.
Malikiya Movements
He established the Malikiya Movements, a charitable organization dedicated to aiding disadvantaged individuals through educational support and welfare initiatives.
Personal life
Sarkindaji’s interests include reading, mentoring others, traveling, mediation practices, and playing table tennis.