Joshua Dariye Biography
Joshua Chidi Dariye, born July 27, 1957, better known as Joshua Dariye, is a Nigerian businessman and politician. He hails from Plateau State, where he was born and raised, and he is a former governor of that state.
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| Full Name: | Joshua Chidi Dariye |
| Date of Birth: | July 27, 1957 |
| Place of Birth: | Bokkos, Plateau |
| State of Origin: | Plateau State |
| Nationality: | Nigerian |
| Occupation: | Politician & Businessman |
| Net Worth: | $5 million |
| Wife/Spouse: | Valentino |
Early life and Career
Joshua Dariye was born in the Bokkos local government area of Plateau State, where he hails from.
Joshua Dariye is one of the successful businessmen and politicians in Nigeria having served in different positions.
Much is not known about his early life, Joshua Dariye was the former governor of Plateau state.
He came into office on May 29, 1999, under the People’s Democratic Party (PDP).
After spending four years in office, he got re-elected in May 2003 but was impeached in November 2006 and his deputy, Michael Botmang who later became the governor.
Howver, his impeachment was nullified by the Nigerian court of appeal and Dariye was ordered to be reinstated with immediate effect.
With his reinstatement, Dariye’s term in office as Governor of Plateau state came to an end on May 29 2007.
After his reinstatement, Dariye’s term in office as Governor of Plateau state ended on May 29, 2007.
In January 2004, Dariye was arrested in London for money laundering.
Joshua Dariye also served as a Senator having been elected into office under the platform of the Labour Party as the Senator representing Plateau central in April 2011.
On March 28, 2015, Dariye was re-elected as senator, representing the Plateau central senatorial district for another term.
Joshua Dariye Net Worth
Joshua Dariye is a renowned Nigerian politician and businessman who has an estimated net worth of around $5 million.
Personal Life
Joshua Dariye is married to Valentino and they have four children Nanle Miracle Dariye, Ruth Dariye, Joy and Ebenezer.
