Daniel Kanu (politician)
Daniel Kanu (born 20 January 1971) is an American-Nigerian politician, entrepreneur and philanthropist. According to a 2014 article in ''News Diary Nigeria, News Diary Online'', he became well known throughout Nigeria for his support of General Sani Abacha. He is involved in several businesses in Nigeria and sponsors several organizations dedicated to youth development. Early life and education Kanu was born in Aba, Imo State, now Abia State, and was educated in Nigeria until 1985, when he relocated to Texas in the United States. He graduated in 1990 from North Garland High School. In 1991, while studying at University of Oklahoma, he played Defensive End on the Oklahoma Sooners American Football Team. After, he attended Richland College in Dallas, Texas, receiving a certificate in Global Studies on International Business and Trade and a degree in arts. In 1993, he returned to Nigeria. Career Kanu began his business career in 1993, when he founded DIK International Limited. ... [...More Info...]       [...Related Items...]     OR:     [Wikipedia]   [Google]   [Baidu]   |