Senator Agom Jarigbe

Senator Agom Jarigbe represents Cross River North in the 10th National Assembly of Nigeria.

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Agom Jarigbe represents the people of Cross River North senatorial district. He is a Christian from Cross River state in the South-South region of the country. He was born on 9 December 1970 (55 years old).

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 Cross River North senatorial district?

Senator Agom Jarigbe represents the people of Cross River North senatorial district in the 10th National Assembly. The senator serves a four-year term and is one of three senators from Cross River State.

When was Agom Jarigbe born?

Agom Jarigbe was born on 9 December 1970, which makes he 55 years old.

What state does Senator Agom Jarigbe represent?

Senator Agom Jarigbe represents Cross River State in the South-South geopolitical zone in the Nigerian Senate. Each state in Nigeria has three senators, one for each of its three senatorial districts.

What is Senator Agom Jarigbe's religion?

Senator Agom Jarigbe is a Christian. 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.

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