Senator Barry Mpigi
Senator Barry Mpigi represents Rivers South-East in the 10th National Assembly of Nigeria.
Barry Mpigi represents the people of Rivers South-East senatorial district. He is a Christian from Rivers state in the South-South region of the country. He was born on 22 June 1961.
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 Rivers South-East senatorial district?
Senator Barry Mpigi represents the people of Rivers South-East senatorial district in the 10th National Assembly. The senator serves a four-year term and is one of three senators from Rivers State.
When was Barry Mpigi born?
Barry Mpigi was born on 22 June 1961.
What state does Senator Barry Mpigi represent?
Senator Barry Mpigi represents Rivers 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 Barry Mpigi's religion?
Senator Barry Mpigi 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.