Senator Abubakar Sani Bello
Senator Abubakar Sani Bello represents Niger North in the 10th National Assembly of Nigeria.
Abubakar Sani Bello represents the people of Niger North senatorial district. He is a Muslim from Niger state in the North-Central region of the country. He was born on 17 December 1967.
About the Nigerian Senate
The Nigerian Senate is the upper chamber of the National Assembly. It comprises 109 senators — three from each of the 36 states and one representing the Federal Capital Territory. Senators are elected for renewable four-year terms and have constitutional powers to make laws for the federation, confirm presidential nominees, ratify treaties and exercise oversight of the executive arm of government. The Senate is presided over by the Senate President, who is third in line of presidential succession after the Vice President.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the senator for Niger North senatorial district?
Senator Abubakar Sani Bello represents the people of Niger North senatorial district in the 10th National Assembly. The senator serves a four-year term and is one of three senators from Niger State.
When was Abubakar Sani Bello born?
Abubakar Sani Bello was born on 17 December 1967.
What state does Senator Abubakar Sani Bello represent?
Senator Abubakar Sani Bello represents Niger State in the North-Central geopolitical zone in the Nigerian Senate. Each state in Nigeria has three senators, one for each of its three senatorial districts.
What is Senator Abubakar Sani Bello's religion?
Senator Abubakar Sani Bello is a Muslim. Religious identity is not a legal qualification for senatorial office in Nigeria, but it is often reflected in constituency representation across the country's diverse zones.
What does a Nigerian senator do?
A senator is a member of the upper chamber of Nigeria's National Assembly. Senators make federal laws, approve presidential appointments, ratify international treaties, oversee the executive arm of government and advocate for the interests of their senatorial district. The Senate has 109 members in total.