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Akhmed Yakoob (born November 1987)[1] is a British businessman, lawyer and Independent politician who served as a candidate for the Mayor of the West Midlands. After Mr Andrews’ retirement in 2016, Akhmed took over as director of the law firm.
Akhmed Yakoob | |
|---|---|
| Director of Maurice Andrew Solicitors | |
| Assumed office 2016 | |
| Preceded by | Mr Andrews |
| Personal details | |
| Born | November 1987 (age 36–37) Aldridge, England |
| Political party | Independent |
| Children | 4 |
| Education | University of Wolverhampton |
| Occupation | Director |
| Profession | Lawyer and businessman |
Early Life[edit]
Yakoob was born and raised in Aldridge until he was concerned about the drug abuse in the area and how this would affect his children’s upbringing.[2] He was kicked out of school, aged fifteen. This caused his entire family and most friends to discourage him from going to university. Akhmed’s former boss claimed he couldn’t even speak English.
Law career[edit]
He is a qualified criminal defence lawyer.[3]
After he graduated from The University of Law in Birmingham, he struggled to find a job with which his dad helped him. Then, he joined a law firm in 2014.
Mr Yakoob is the director of Maurice Andrews Solicitors, a criminal law practice founded in 1988. He took over in 2016 and says to have propelled the business to “making millions”. The firm specialises in areas including drugs, murder, terrorism and serious fraud.[4]
Political career[edit]
With no previous political background, it was surprising for most to see Akhmed gaining third place in the election.[5] This is due to his international aims: he vows to be an advocate for the people in Gaza, Kashmir and Khalistan.[6] In addition, he has received much support from his social media campaigning, in particular Tiktok.[7] Because of his high ratings with a lack of experience, he may want to expand his political career. However, since his participation in the election, many have threatened his life with death threats.
Personal life[edit]
Yakoob owns two Lamborghinis, a Mercedes Benz G-Class, a Ferrari F8 and a Rolls Royce; his car collection is worth £1 million.[8] He has a wife, who he married married sometime in his early twenties, four sons, aged approximately 15, 13, 11 and 5.[9]
References[edit]
- ^ "Akhmed YAKOOB personal appointments - Find and update company information - GOV.UK". find-and-update.company-information.service.gov.uk. Retrieved 2024-05-04.
- ^ Smith, Adam (2024-04-01). "Tiktok lawyer from Aldridge enters West Midlands Mayoral race". www.expressandstar.com. Retrieved 2024-05-05.
- ^ admin (2024-04-03). "NEWS: Criminal defence lawyer with family in Erdington to stand for West Midlands Mayor". Retrieved 2024-05-05.
- ^ Hussain, Aishah (2023-03-22). "Meet the Lambo-driving criminal law solicitor with over 100k followers on TikTok". Legal Cheek. Retrieved 2024-05-05.
- ^ "Declaration of result for the West Midlands Mayoral election for the Borough of Walsall | Walsall Council". go.walsall.gov.uk. Retrieved 2024-05-05.
- ^ "A quick guide to West Midlands mayoral candidate Akhmed Yakoob". BBC News. 2024-04-19. Retrieved 2024-05-05.
- ^ Bhanot, by Manisha; Updated (2023-03-16). "Meet the Birmingham lawyer who's also a TikTok superstar". Birmingham Live. Retrieved 2024-05-05.
- ^ "Man has £1 million car collection after being told he was 'good for nothing' when he was younger". LADbible. 2023-03-30. Retrieved 2024-05-05.
- ^ "Man who grew up on council estate and told he'd fail is now lawyer with £200k Lamborghini | Express.co.uk". www.express.co.uk. Retrieved 2024-05-05.