Quick Info
| Profession | Politician, Businessman |
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| Nationality | Bangladeshi |
| Date of Birth | 27/07/1971 |
| Age | 55 years |
| Birthplace | Dhaka, Bangladesh |
| Zodiac Sign | Leo |
Latest News about Sajeeb Wazed
Sajeeb Wazed Joy spoke at a press event in New Delhi on 5 August 2026, alongside an audio appearance by his mother, Sheikh Hasina, who was ousted as prime minister. He warned that political instability in Bangladesh could threaten regional security, including in India, and alleged political persecution of Awami League members. These claims have not been independently verified.
Sajeeb Wazed Joy acquired United States citizenship, taking the oath at the US Citizenship Centre in Washington, DC and receiving his citizenship certificate. He subsequently applied for a US passport following the ceremony.
Sajeeb Wazed Joy condemned the death sentence issued against his mother Sheikh Hasina, calling it a sham and political vendetta. He criticized the unelected government's undemocratic rule, violent suppression of protests, and imprisonment of tens of thousands of political figures without trial.
A tribunal issued an arrest warrant against Sajeeb Wazed Joy after taking cognizance of a formal charge in a crimes against humanity case linked to the shutdown of internet services during the July Uprising. Prosecutors allege he was the source of the conspiracy to block the internet, which he has denied in the context of the wider proceedings.
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Bio/Wiki
| Full Name | Sajeeb Ahmed Wazed |
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| Other Name | Sajeeb Wazed Joy |
| Known For | Son of tenth prime minister of Bangladesh Sheikh Hasina |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 5' 11" (180 cm) |
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| Eye Color | Brown |
| Hair Color | Black |
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Personal Life
| Religion | Islam |
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| Citizenship | United States (acquired 2025) |
Relationships & More
| Marital Status | Married |
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| Marriage Date | 26/10/2002 |
Family
| Father | M. A. Wazed Miah (Physicist) |
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| Mother | Sheikh Hasina (Bangladeshi politician) |
| Siblings | Saima Wazed (Global Autism Advocate) |
| Spouse | Kristine Ann Overmire |
| Children | Sophia Wazed |
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Career
| Political Party | Bangladesh Awami League |
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| Business | In the United States, he established Wazed Consulting Inc. and served as its President. |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Sajeeb Wazed is part of the prominent Tungipara Sheikh family, known for their significant political influence in Bangladesh. | |
| 2. He was born during the Liberation War of Bangladesh, which later earned him the nickname 'Joy'. | |
| 3. In 1975, while in Germany, his family faced tragedy as his grandparents and uncles were murdered during a military coup in Bangladesh. | |
| 4. After returning to Bangladesh in 1981, he witnessed his mother’s rise to political power as she began working to restore democracy. | |
| 5. Sajeeb gained public attention in Bangladeshi politics after his return in 2004 and was recognized as a Young Global Leader by the World Economic Forum in 2007. | |
| 6. He played a key role in the Digital Bangladesh initiative aimed at enhancing technology in various sectors. | |
| 7. He has worked as a lobbyist and columnist on behalf of the Bangladeshi government. |
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