
Benson Friday Konbowei, PhD, OON
Senator, Bayelsa Central
Peoples Democratic Party Bayelsa State
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Benson Friday Konbowei is the Senator representing Bayelsa Central in the 10th National Assembly, elected under the PDP. A seasoned grassroots politician and public administrator, he has served as a local government chairman, Speaker of the Bayelsa State House of Assembly, and Secretary to the State Government. Known for his calm leadership style and long-standing political relevance, he brings deep legislative and executive experience to the Senate. He currently chairs the Senate Committee on the South-South Development Commission.
Education
- Holds a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) degree — specific field and institution not publicly confirmed
- Holds Nigeria’s national honour of Officer of the Order of the Niger (OON)
Professional Background
- Trader and entrepreneur in agricultural produce during early life
- Executive Chairman, Southern Ijaw Local Government Area (1997)
- Member, Bayelsa State House of Assembly
- Speaker, Bayelsa State House of Assembly
- Secretary to the State Government (SSG), Bayelsa State
- Elected Senator, Bayelsa Central (2023)
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