Prince Mutaib bin Abdullah bin Abdulaziz Al Saud is the former Minister of the Saudi National Guard and a former member of the Political and Security Affairs Council in Saudi Arabia.
Early Life
Born: October 12, 1953, in Qurayyat Al Ulya, northern Saudi Arabia.
He is the third son of the late King Abdullah bin Abdulaziz Al Saud and Princess Munira bint Mohammed Al Atishan Al-Tamimi.
Spent his early childhood in Qurayyat Al Ulya under the care of his grandfather Mohammed Al Atishan, who was the governor of the town at that time.
He was named Mutaib II after his older brother Mutaib I, who passed away at a young age.
Many believe he is King Abdullah’s eldest son due to the late king’s nickname, “Abu Mutaib” (Father of Mutaib).
Education
Completed primary, intermediate, and secondary education in Riyadh and Jeddah.
Initially enrolled at King Saud University in Riyadh for one year before deciding to pursue a military career.
Graduated as a second lieutenant from the Royal Military Academy Sandhurst in the United Kingdom.
Later appointed as an instructor at the Saudi National Guard Military Schools in Riyadh.
Military and Political Career
Prince Mutaib bin Abdullah became the Minister of the National Guard after the department was upgraded from a presidency to a ministry.
November 5, 2011 – November 4, 2017: Served as the Minister of the National Guard.
November 4, 2017: Removed from office by King Salman bin Abdulaziz following a royal decree establishing an anti-corruption committee.
Key Achievements
Rose through military ranks, eventually achieving the rank of Major General.
Earned a Master’s Degree in Military Science from King Khalid Military College in Riyadh.
1983: Appointed Commander of King Khalid Military College by King Abdullah, who was then Crown Prince and Chief of the National Guard.
1990: Appointed Deputy Chief of Military Affairs at the Saudi National Guard, while continuing as Commander of King Khalid Military College.
1995: Promoted to Lieutenant General.
2000:
Promoted to General.
Appointed Deputy Assistant Chief of the National Guard for Military Affairs by King Fahd bin Abdulaziz.
2009:
Appointed Deputy Chief of the National Guard for Executive Affairs with the rank of Minister.
Officially retired from military service.
Personal Life
Prince Mutaib bin Abdullah is married to Princess Jawaher bint Abdullah bin Mohammed bin Abdulaziz bin Saud Al Saud, and they have:
Princess Saba (Married to Prince Fahd bin Mohammed bin Abdullah bin Abdulrahman Al Saud).
Princess Nouf (Married to Prince Faisal bin Fahd bin Abdullah bin Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Saud).
Prince Abdullah (Married to Princess Sara bint Abdullah bin Musaed bin Abdulaziz Al Saud).
Princess Zina (Married to Prince Bandar bin Khalid bin Bandar bin Mohammed bin Abdulaziz Al Saud).
Prince Saad.
Prince Khalid.
Wealth and Net Worth
Prince Mutaib has not publicly disclosed his wealth.
Social media sources estimate his net worth at approximately $110 million.
He is recognized as a prominent figure in Saudi Arabia and internationally, with Forbes listing him among influential personalities.
Legacy
Prince Mutaib bin Abdullah played a key role in modernizing and leading the Saudi National Guard, contributing to its strategic and operational development.
His tenure marked significant military and administrative advancements within the kingdom’s defense sector.
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