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Toyin Saraki: 5 things to know about the billionaire wife of ex Senate President Bukola Saraki

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Toyin Saraki is a prominent Nigerian philanthropist and global health advocate. She was born on September 6, 1964, in Lagos, Nigeria. She is married to Bukola Saraki, a former President of the Nigerian Senate and former Governor of Kwara State.

On Friday, September 6, she celebrated her 60th year birthday.

However, in this article, MyNigeria has been able to gather 5 facts about Toyin Saraki

1. Royal Heritage and Education

Toyin Saraki was born on September 6, 1964, into Lagos, Nigeria's prestigious Ojora and Adele royal families. She attended St. Saviour’s School and Holy Child College in Lagos before moving to the UK, where she studied at Roedean School, Brighton. She holds an LLB from the London School of Oriental and African Studies and an LLM in International Economic Law from King’s College London.

2. Personal life

Toyin Saraki has been married to Bukola Saraki, a former President of the Nigerian Senate for 25 years, and they have children together.

3. Legal Career?

Toyin Saraki was called to the Nigerian Bar in 1989, marking the beginning of her career in law.

4. Global Health Advocate

Toyin Saraki is a prominent advocate for global health, particularly in maternal and child health. She has been involved in various international campaigns and initiatives.

5. Social Media Campaigns

She launched several social media campaigns through WBFA, such as #MaternalMonday, #WASHWednesday, #ThriveThursday, and #FrontlineFriday, to raise awareness on key health and social issues1.