Honourable David Ogewu
About the House of Representatives
The Nigerian House of Representatives is the lower chamber of the bicameral National Assembly. It has 360 members, each elected from a federal constituency apportioned roughly by population. Members serve renewable four-year terms and share law-making authority with the Senate. The House originates appropriation and money bills, conducts oversight of federal agencies and channels grassroots concerns into national policy. It is presided over by the Speaker of the House, who is fourth in the line of presidential succession.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who represents Oju/Obi federal constituency in the House of Representatives?
Honourable David Ogewu represents Oju/Obi federal constituency in Nigeria's House of Representatives. Members of the House serve renewable four-year terms in the lower chamber of the National Assembly.
When was David Ogewu born?
David Ogewu was born on 14 May 1976, which makes he 50 years old.
What state does Hon. David Ogewu represent?
Hon. David Ogewu represents a federal constituency in Benue State, part of Nigeria's North-Central geopolitical zone. Benue State has multiple federal constituencies, each electing one member to the House.
What does a member of the House of Representatives do?
Members of the House of Representatives make laws for the federation, originate appropriation and money bills, conduct oversight of federal ministries and agencies, and represent grassroots interests in the National Assembly. The House has 360 members, each elected from a federal constituency drawn by population.
Government of Benue State
- Governor
- Hyacinth Alia
- House of Reps
- 9 members — listed on the Benue State page