Who Is Comr. Aruna Abubakari?

An indigene of Jagbe Ward, Etsako West LGA. A community development advocate, real estate developer, and former PHCN leader with over three decades of leadership experience across Edo State.

BIOGRAPHY

Full Biography

Comrade Aruna Abubakari is a community development advocate, entrepreneur, real estate developer, and public servant with over three decades of leadership experience spanning infrastructure development, housing, agriculture, electrification, and grassroots empowerment across Edo State.

Born on 12th September 1974, he is an indigene of Jagbe Ward, Etsako West Local Government Area of Edo State, Nigeria. His journey has been defined by a commitment to community service, sustainable development, and improving the lives of the people.

His professional career began with the Power Holding Company of Nigeria (PHCN), where he served in various capacities including Ughelli Power Generation Station, Benin Zonal Office, Sokponba Business District, and later as Business Manager of PHCN Benin Distribution Company. These roles provided him with extensive experience in power administration, project execution, and public service delivery.

A strong advocate for workers' welfare and responsible leadership, Comrade Aruna served in different capacities within the National Union of Electricity Employees (NUEE), eventually becoming Edo State Secretary, where he promoted integrity, transparency, and effective representation.

Beyond the power sector, he has built a remarkable record in real estate, engineering, agriculture, and community development. As the Executive Director of Touch Engineering Properties and Construction, he has provided strategic leadership in housing, infrastructure, and property development projects.

He also served as the Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer of City of Goshen Housing Development Company Limited and as Edo State Chairman of the Real Estate Developers Association of Nigeria (REDAN), contributing significantly to the growth of the real estate sector.

With academic qualifications including membership of the Association of National Accountants of Nigeria (ANAN), an Advanced Diploma in Accounting from Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife, and a National Diploma in Banking and Finance from the Federal Polytechnic, Oko, he combines professional expertise with practical leadership experience.

Today, as the Edo North Senatorial Candidate, Comrade Aruna Abubakari continues to champion purposeful leadership, economic empowerment, sustainable development, and effective representation for the people of Edo North.

RECORD

Academic Background & Career History

Academic Background

Education

ONDFederal Polytechnic, Oko

National Diploma in Banking & Finance

Obtained a National Diploma in Banking and Finance, building a strong foundation in financial management, administration, and economic principles.

ADV. DIPObafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife

Advanced Diploma in Accounting

Further developed his expertise in accounting, financial analysis, and administrative management through advanced professional training.

ANANNigerian College of Accountancy, Jos — 2009

Association of National Accountants of Nigeria (ANAN)

Became a member of ANAN after completing professional accounting training, strengthening his competence in financial management, accountability, and leadership.

Track Record

Career History

PHCNUghelli Power Generation Station & PHCN Benin Distribution Company

Power Holding Company of Nigeria (PHCN)

Began his professional career with the Power Holding Company of Nigeria, serving at Ughelli Power Generation Station, Benin Zonal Office, Sokponba Business District, and later as Business Manager, PHCN Benin Distribution Company. He gained extensive experience in power administration, utility management, project execution, and public service delivery.

NUEELabour Leadership (Edo State Secretary)

National Union of Electricity Employees (NUEE)

Served in various leadership positions within the National Union of Electricity Employees, including Chapter Treasurer, Chapter Vice Chairman, Chapter Chairman, and Edo State Secretary. His leadership focused on workers' welfare, transparency, and effective representation.

MD/CEOManaging Director & Chief Executive Officer

City of Goshen Housing Development Company Limited

Served as Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, providing leadership in housing and property development initiatives while contributing to the growth of real estate development projects.

REDANEdo State Chairman

Real Estate Developers Association of Nigeria (REDAN)

His contributions to the real estate sector earned him election as Edo State Chairman of REDAN, where he supported the advancement and development of the real estate industry in Edo State.

DirectorExecutive Director

Touch Engineering Properties and Construction

Provides strategic leadership in engineering, construction, real estate, and infrastructure development, overseeing projects that contribute to community growth and economic transformation.

DevEdo State Communities

Community Development & Infrastructure

Has contributed to community development through projects and initiatives involving electrification schemes, housing development, water supply projects, borehole installations, road infrastructure, agriculture, and grassroots empowerment.

LEADERSHIP

Experience & Impact

Power Administration & Grid Management

Extensive leadership across Ughelli Power Generation, Sokponba, and as Business Manager of PHCN Benin Distribution Company.

Labour Representation & Workers' Welfare

Served as Edo State Secretary of NUEE, championing transparency, fair conditions, and responsible union leadership.

Real Estate & Housing Development

Led the Real Estate Developers Association of Nigeria (REDAN) in Edo State and served as MD/CEO of City of Goshen Housing Development Co.

Infrastructure & Engineering Projects

Executive Director at Touch Engineering Properties and Construction, directing key residential and infrastructure development.

Financial Expertise & Professional Integrity

Member of the Association of National Accountants of Nigeria (ANAN), integrating sound financial accountability with public service.

Grassroots Development & Public Service

Three decades of community advocacy, agricultural development, and empowerment initiatives across Jagbe Ward and Edo North.

GUIDING PRINCIPLE

Why He Keeps Coming Back to Auchi

“Every position I have held, I have held on loan from the people of Edo North. When the loan ends, I go back to Auchi, to the same streets, and I answer for how I used it.”— Comr. Aruna Abubakari

Colleagues who have worked alongside Abubakari across three different postings describe a consistent pattern: he keeps his family home in Auchi rather than relocating permanently to Benin City or Abuja, and he is known to return most weekends regardless of his official schedule.

He has said this is deliberate — that distance from the community one represents is the first, quiet step toward forgetting who that community actually is. It is a discipline he has tried to carry into every role, from ward-level education officer to state adviser to independent civic monitor.

VALUES

What He Stands For

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Transparency

Open books, open budgets, open to questions from any ward.

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Integrity

Agreements kept, contracts honoured, regardless of who is watching.

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Grassroots Leadership

Decisions shaped by those who live with their consequences.

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Data-Driven Governance

Policy based on what is measured, not on what sounds good.

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Results Over Rhetoric

Judged on classrooms completed and clinics staffed, not speeches.

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Service

Public office is a duty, not a title to be held in the capital.

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