Ollanta Humala has recently appeared in the news due to his involvement in the ongoing investigations related to corruption scandals in Peru. He has been accused of receiving illegal campaign contributions from the Brazilian construction company Odebrecht during his presidential campaigns in 2006 and 2011. Humala has denied these allegations but has faced legal proceedings as a result.
Born on June 27, 1962, in Lima, Peru, Ollanta Moisés Humala Tasso is a former military officer who later turned to politics. He served as the President of Peru from 2011 to 2016, following a career in the Peruvian Army where he reached the rank of Lieutenant Colonel. Humala ran for president in 2006 but was unsuccessful. He ran again in 2011, this time winning the election and serving a single term as president. Humala's presidency was marked by efforts to reduce poverty and inequality in Peru, as well as facing challenges related to corruption and political opposition.