Date of Birth: April 16, 1960
Place of Birth: Canibungan, Lantawan, Basilan
Spouse: Jum Jainuddin - Akbar
Children: Al-Fiya and Al Faid

Governor Wahab Akbar was born on April 16, 1960 in Lantawan, Basilan. A native of the province, he was elected governor of the province in 1998 and was re-elected to the same position in 2001.