Andy Uba Biography
Emmanuel Nnamdi Uba, born December 14, 1958, better known as Andy Uba, is a Nigerian politician and Senator of the Anambra South Senatorial District of Anambra State, Nigeria. He was born in Enugu but hails from Anambra State, in the southeastern part of Nigeria. Andy Uba is one of the well-known politicians in Nigeria, having served in different positions.
| Full Name: | Emmanuel Nnamdi Uba |
| Date of Birth: | December 14, 1958 |
| Place of Birth: | Aguata, Enugu |
| State of Origin: | Enugu State |
| Nationality: | Nigerian |
| Occupation: | Politician |
| Net Worth: | $1 million |
| Wife/Spouse: | Pastor Faith Vedelago |
Early Life and Education
Andy Uba was born in Enugu where he attended the Boys High School, Awkunanaw.
Andy Uba’s parents originated from Uga, in the Aguata Local Government Area of Anambra State.
Uba was born on 14 December 1958 in Enugu, and attended the Boys High School in Awkunanaw. His parents originated from Uga in the Aguata LGA of Anambra State.
He attended Concordia University, but it is not clear if he graduated from the institution.
Career
Andy Uba was appointed Special Assistant on Special Duties and Domestic Affairs to President Olusegun Obasanjo.
He contested in the PDP primaries for the Anambra State governorship election and was elected in the 14 April 2007 elections.
However, Peter Obi, the former governor, challenged the election, saying that because the courts had only accepted that Obi had won the April 2003 elections on March 15, 2006, he still had three more years or his four-year term to serve.
The courts accepted this argument and on 14 June 2007 nullified Andy Uba’s election.
He was a member of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) before he defected to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC).
Andy Uba Net Worth
Andy Uba is one of the richest Nigerian politicians. He has an estimated net worth of $1 million.
Personal Life
Andy Uba is married to Pastor Faith Vedelago of Faith Miracle Center Abuja, with the union blessed with two children.
