Senator Abubakar Sani Bello
About Senator Abubakar Sani Bello
Abubakar Sani Bello has represented Niger North in the Nigerian Senate since 13 June 2023, elected on the platform of the All Progressives Congress. He succeeded Aliyu Sabi Abdullahi in the seat and is serving his first term in the chamber.
Bello was Governor of Niger State for two terms, from 29 May 2015 to 29 May 2023, and was succeeded in Government House, Minna, by Mohammed Umar Bago. His administration's education programme included the renovation of about 2,500 classrooms and the training of more than 6,000 teachers.
As of August 2026 he remains an APC senator for Niger North.
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, which makes he 58 years old.
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.
Government of Niger State
- Governor
- Mohammed Umar Bago
- House of Reps
- 10 members — listed on the Niger State page