A two-time member of National Assembly, who once represented Kogi West senatorial district in the 8th Senate, Dino Melaye, has emerged as Nigeria’s most-followed politician on Instagram, boasting an impressive three million followers as of December 5, 2024.
This achievement placed Melaye ahead of other prominent figures in Nigerian politics, such as President Bola Tinubu with one million followers, former Vice President Yemi Osinbajo with 984,000 followers and Lagos State governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, with 885,000 followers.
Hereunder is a ranking of the top 10 most-followed Nigerian politicians on Instagram:
1. Dino Melaye – 3 million
2. Bola Tinubu – 1 million
3. Yemi Osinbajo – 984k
4. Peter Obi– 958k
5. Babajide Sanwo-Olu – 885k
6. Atiku Abubakar – 730k
7. Bukola Saraki – 661k
8. Seyi Makinde – 598k
9. Muhammadu Buhari – 515k
10. Ademola Adeleke – 485k
Dino Melaye’s strong social media presence reflected his popularity among Nigerian youths, leveraging Instagram to engage with followers through a mix of political commentary, advocacy, and glimpses into his personal life.
Meanwhile, President Tinubu and other political figures like Prof. Osinbajo and Peter Obi continue to use Instagram to connect with their supporters, share updates, and drive discussions on governance and national issues.
The list underscored the growing significance of social media in Nigerian politics, with Instagram emerging as a vital platform for politicians to build their brands, engage with citizens, and expand their reach beyond traditional media channels.