Senator Peter Ndalikali Jiya
Senator Peter Ndalikali Jiya represents Niger South in the 10th National Assembly of Nigeria.
Peter Ndalikali Jiya represents the people of Niger South senatorial district. He is a Christian from Niger state in the North-Central region of the country. He was born on 15 June 1958.
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 South senatorial district?
Senator Peter Ndalikali Jiya represents the people of Niger South 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 Peter Ndalikali Jiya born?
Peter Ndalikali Jiya was born on 15 June 1958.
What state does Senator Peter Ndalikali Jiya represent?
Senator Peter Ndalikali Jiya 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 Peter Ndalikali Jiya's religion?
Senator Peter Ndalikali Jiya 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.