Emmanuel Ibok Essien

Former Senator, Akwa Ibom State, North-West

Peoples Democratic Party Akwa Ibom State

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Emmanuel Ibok Essien is a Nigerian engineer, entrepreneur, educationist, and politician who served as Senator for Akwa Ibom North-West from 1999 to 2003 under the PDP. With a professional foundation in civil engineering, he transitioned into public service, supporting key Senate committees and the push for revenue equity. A visionary in education, he founded Ritman University and earlier schools to elevate access to quality learning in Ikot Ekpene.

Education

Studied Electrical/Electronics Engineering at College of Technology, Calabar (1975–1977)
Continued at University of Ife (now Obafemi Awolowo University) (1977–1978)
Civil Engineering degree from Carleton University, Ottawa (graduated 1982)

Professional Background

Worked with Mobil Producing Nigeria
Taught at Federal Polytechnic, Mubi
Founded an engineering construction company and engaged in large-scale farming
Established Ritman Nursery/Primary School, Ritman College, and Ritman University

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