Wahab Akbar
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Ustadz Wahab M. Akbar (April 16, 1960 – November 13, 2007) was a Filipino politician who served three terms as governor of Basilan, during which time he was known for his "eye for an eye, tooth for a tooth" policy for dealing with kidnappers and terrorists in the province.[1] He was later elected as congressman for the lone district of Basilan in the House of Representatives, but was one of 4 people killed in a bomb attack at the Batasang Pambansa. Police publicly suspected the attack was directed at him by political opponents.[2]
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Wahab Akbar | |
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Member of the House of Representatives from Basilan's at-large district | |
In office June 30, 2007 – November 13, 2007 | |
Preceded by | Abdulgani A. Salapuddin |
Succeeded by | Vacant (Position next held by Hadjiman S. Hataman-Salliman) |
Governor of Basilan | |
In office June 30, 1998 – June 30, 2007 | |
Preceded by | Abdulgani A. Salapuddin |
Succeeded by | Jum Jainudin Akbar |
Personal details | |
Born | (1960-04-16)April 16, 1960 Lantawan, Basilan, Philippines |
Died | November 13, 2007(2007-11-13) (aged 47) Quezon City, Philippines |
Manner of death | Assassination |
Political party | Liberal |
Spouse(s) | Jum Jainudin Akbar (first wife) Cherrylyn Akbar (second wife) Nur-in Akbar (third wife) Marietta Zamoranos (fourth wife) Unidentified Syrian woman (fifth wife) |
Alma mater | De La Salle Araneta University |
Occupation | Politician |
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