Henry Seriake Dickson
Senator, Bayelsa West
Nigeria Democratic Congress Bayelsa State
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Bio Summary
Henry Seriake Dickson is a veteran Nigerian legislator and lawyer currently serving as the Senator for Bayelsa West. Known for his "Ofurumapepe" (Great White Shark) political persona, he served two terms as the Governor of Bayelsa State (2012–2020) and multiple terms in the House of Representatives. A former high-ranking member of the PDP, he recently transitioned to the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) in 2026. His career is marked by advocacy for restructuring, environmental justice in the Niger Delta, and significant investments in educational infrastructure during his governorship.
Education
- Kolobiriowei Primary School, Toru‑Orua (First School Leaving Certificate, 1972–1978)
- Government Secondary School, Toru‑Ebeni (WASC/GCE, 1978–1983)
- Rivers State University of Science and Technology, Port Harcourt (LL.B, 1992)
- Nigerian Law School, Lagos (B.L, called to bar, 1993)
Professional Background
- Joined Nigeria Police Force (c. 1986); resigned in early 1990s after law training
- Associate Solicitor at Serena David Dokubo & Co (1994–1995)
- Associate at Aluko & Oyebode, Lagos (1995–1996)
- Founded Seriake Dickson & Co in Port Harcourt and Yenagoa; managing solicitor (1996–2006)
- Member of NBA, International Bar Association, Chartered Institute of Arbitrators (UK), Chartered Institute of Taxation; member of Council of Legal Education, Body of Attorneys-General, Vice‑Chair Bayelsa Judicial Service Commission