Former immediate Garissa Governor Nathif Jama is among the politicians who need no introduction not only in the county but also the entire nation.
Jama is among the leaders who have shaped the politics of this part of the country.
However, it is interesting to note that there are several things you might not have known about the former county boss. Some of them include the following.
1.He is a veteran Islamic banker
Jama has been in the banking sector for more than 30 years.
Over the decades, he has invested in a range of areas including commercial, retail and Islamic banking among others.
He started his career at Kenya Commercial Bank in the early 80’s
2. He is a master’s holder
Jama holds a master degree in Islamic Banking, Finance and Management.
He is a Graduate student of the University of Gloucestershire.
3. He was crowned the father of Islamic banking in 2012
The former county boss was crowned the father of banking in a colorful event in 2012.
The event was officiated by former the governor of the Central Bank of Kenya, Prof. Njuguna Ndungu.
4. He hails from Adam hails from the Auliyahan clan
Jama belongs to the Auliyahan subdivision of the Somali Ogaden Darod clan.
The same clan has raised powerful leaders including Former Deputy Speaker Farah Maalim and other