Saraki

Saraki is a Nigerian surname most commonly associated with a prominent political family from Ilorin in Kwara State. The Saraki name became well known in Nigerian politics and public life in the late 20th and early 21st centuries, as several family members held national and state offices and built business interests in the region.

Origins and influence: The family's rise began with Olusola Saraki (1933–2012), a physician and influential politician who built a local political base in Kwara and played a significant role in the state's politics. His descendants expanded the family's political footprint at the national level.

Notable members: Olusola Saraki; Abubakar Bukola Saraki (born 1962), who served as Governor of Kwara State and later as President of the Nigerian Senate. Gbemisola Saraki, a sister of Bukola, is a Nigerian politician who has held positions in the federal cabinet and served as a senator representing Kwara Central.

See also: Saraki Dynasty; Saraki family; Kwara State.

Notes: The surname is widely recognized for its association with Kwara politics, though it is used by people of various backgrounds across Nigeria.