By Kemi Yesufu, Abuja

The world over, scions of the rich and famous come in and out of the political arena. Here in Nigeria, one place, you’ll find a good number of politicians with a silver-spoon upbringing is the National Assembly FRONTLINE NEWS ONLINE presents you with the definitive list of federal lawmakers who come from highly influential families.

Bukola Saraki

The number one man in the National Assembly is the son of Late Senate Majority Leader, Oloye Shola Saraki. Many say, the younger Saraki has made a reality, the dream of many parents, that their children surpass their achievements. Not only did Bukola govern Kwara State for two terms, he also surpassed his dad by getting elected as president of the Senate. Despite his posh background, which shows in his carriage, quite a number of people describe Bukola as a shrewd politician, who has fully stepped into his late father’s shoes as the ultimate political godfather in Kwara. Bukola, whose younger sister, Gbemi also served as a federal lawmaker in the House of Representatives and the Senate is married to Toyin, who is the first daughter one of Nigeria’s wealthy investors, Otunba. Adekunle Ojora.

Yussuff Lasun

The Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives is a second generation politician, with his father Alhaji Amadu enjoying much popularity in Osun State. Lasun who is representing Irepodun/Olurunda/Osogbo/Orolu Federal Constituency of Osun State has on many occasions, gotten his colleagues chorusing his name when he presides over plenary. This is because of his strict approach. The Deputy Speaker in recent months has been making consultations over his wish of contesting for the number one office in his state and he often says that aside from building his own base, he will also benefit from his father’s goodwill.

Phillip Aduda

The only senator representing the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) comes from one of the most influential families among the Gwaris, the original settlers in Abuja. His mother, Jummai was one politician, those gunning for elections in Abuja had to consult. She is credited for playing a major role in her son’s success in politics. Phillip, served in the House before moving to the Senate, where is he is half way into his second term. The young lawmaker is also married to Hauwa, who’s father once held away as Etsu Karu.

Olanrewaju Tejuosho

Though he doesn’t walk with a chip on his shoulder , the trained doctor is a prince of the dynasty of Oba Adedapo


Tejuoso, the Osile of Oke-Ona Egba. The lawmaker who chairs the Senate Committee on Health is also the grandson of foremost female industrialist, Iyalode Bisoye Tejuoso. He wedded Moji, daughter of highly successful industrialist, Rasak Okoya in a lavish wedding in the 80s, that the high society still remembers.

Abdussamad Dasuki

Abdussamad Dasuki is the member representing Kebba/Tambuwal Federal Constituency of Sokoto state. Abdussamad, who chairs the House Committee on Navy is the son of the late Sultan of Sokoto, Alhaji Ibrahim Dasuki.

Aminu Shehu Shagari

The member representing Yabo/Shagari Federal Constituency is President Shehu Shagari’s son. The legislator who is the chairman of the House Committee on Federal Judiciary is known for often taking a nationalistic stance on issues. He is rarely partisan and one of the well spoken lawmakers in the Green Chamber.

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