“Jagaban Exposed: 10 Shocking Truths Tinubu Doesn’t Want You to Know”

Unbelievable Facts You Never Knew About Tinubu’s Political Ascent. Eyes Of Lagos reports,

 

1. He Fingered Two Major Political Parties

Tinubu is the only Nigerian politician central to establishing both the Action Congress of Nigeria (ACN) and the All Progressives Congress (APC)—two opposition forces that ultimately toppled a long-standing ruling party

2. From Chicago Dishwasher to Political Wizard

While at Chicago State University, he didn’t just study—he worked as a dishwasher, security guard, AND cabbie, all while maintaining a 3.54 GPA and even tutoring fellow students

3. He Hosted Armored Trucks with Cash

On the eve of elections, photos surfaced of armored trucks dropping sacks of money at his Lagos residence. Tinubu justified it saying, “If I have money to spend… as long as it’s not buying votes,” stirring controversy

4. Narco-Banking Allegations in the U.S.

In 1993, U.S. authorities froze his assets, suspecting he was laundering drug money. He later forfeited $460,000, though was never charged

5. “Jagaban” and “Asiwaju” Aren’t Just Nicknames

Among his colorful titles are Jagaban (“warrior leader”) and Asiwaju (“leader”). In Yoruba politics, these titles reflect deep-rooted power and influence

6. Built Lagos’ IGR From ₦600m to ₦8b

As Lagos governor (1999–2007), he oversaw a thirteen-fold increase in Internally Generated Revenue, turning the city into a financial powerhouse

7. Kingmaker to King Himself

Tinubu masterminded numerous campaigns—electing governors like Fashola, Ambode, and Amaechi—and brandished his influence behind Buhari’s rise. Yet, despite being Nigeria’s premier kingmaker, in 2022 he declared, “It’s my turn,” seizing the presidency for himself

8. Countless Allies Turned ‘Prodigal Sons’

Reputedly, about 50% of his political proteges have deserted him—only to return later. Despite betrayals, Tinubu has the ability to forgive and re-embrace them

9. Exiled Yet Undeterred in NADECO

During General Abacha’s regime, Tinubu went into exile and joined NADECO, directing Radio Kudirat—Steve-ruddering pro-democracy broadcasts—while evading assassination attempts

10. Profound Wealth & Shadow Economy

Though he served only 8 years as governor, his wealth is rumored to be massive—estimated at $8.4 billion—including shares in Oando PLC, telecoms, media, hotels, estates, markets, airlines, and more