When was Atheel al-Nujaifi born?

Atheel al-Nujaifi was born on 30 August 1958 in Mosul.

What positions has Atheel al-Nujaifi held?

Positions held by Atheel al-Nujaifi include: Governor of Nineveh (since 15 April 2009).

Where did Atheel al-Nujaifi study?

Atheel al-Nujaifi was educated at University of Mosul.

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Atheel al-Nujaifi

Iraqi politician

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Atheel al-Nujaifi (Arabic: أثيل النجيفي; born 1958) is an Iraqi politician. He served as the Governor of Nineveh Governorate from April 2009 until May 2015.

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Born: 30 August 1958 wd
Place of birth: Mosul wd
Citizenship: Iraq wd
Occupation: politician, military personnel, businessperson wd
Political party: al-Hadba wd
Education: University of Mosul wd

Positions held wd

Governor of Nineveh (since 15 April 2009)

About

Nujaifi was born into a Mawsili family in 1958. He is a brother of the Vice-President of Iraq, Osama al-Nujaifi. His ancestors were closely aligned with the Ottoman rulers of Mosul, resulting in them receiving huge grants of land in the al-Hamdaniya district. Nujaifi has degrees in engineering and law from the University of Mosul.

Former governor Atheel al-Nujaifi in the Yezidian Academy, Hanover, Germany, 2014

Questions

When was Atheel al-Nujaifi born?: Atheel al-Nujaifi was born on 30 August 1958 in Mosul.
What positions has Atheel al-Nujaifi held?: Positions held by Atheel al-Nujaifi include: Governor of Nineveh (since 15 April 2009).
Where did Atheel al-Nujaifi study?: Atheel al-Nujaifi was educated at University of Mosul.

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Last updated 31 October 2026 · facts checked 7 November 2026

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