Modibo

Modibo is a male given name used in West Africa, particularly in Mali, where it is common among Mandé-speaking communities and Muslim populations. The name appears in various fields, including politics, sports, and academia, and is found in several languages and spellings across the region.

Notable individuals with the name include Modibo Keïta (1915–1977), a Malian statesman who became the first President of Mali after independence in 1960 and led the country until a 1968 coup. He founded the Sudanese Union – African Democratic Rally (US-RDA) and played a central role in shaping Mali’s early post-colonial governance.

Modibo Maiga (born 1987) is a Malian footballer who plays as a forward and has appeared for clubs in Europe as well as the Mali national team. His career has contributed to Mali’s presence in international football.

Cheick Modibo Diarra is a Malian scientist and politician who served as Prime Minister of Mali in 2012–2013 during the transitional period following the 2012 coup. He is known for his background as an astronomer and his brief tenure in government.

See also: variations of the name and its use in different West African communities. The spelling Modibo may appear with or without diacritics (for example, Modibo or Modibo with the diaeresis in Keïta).