Ireti Heebah Kingibe
Senator, Federal Capital Territory
African Democratic Congress Federal Capital Territory State
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Ireti Heebah Kingibe is a Nigerian civil engineer and Senator representing the Federal Capital Territory in the 10th National Assembly. A seasoned professional with decades of experience in civil engineering and public infrastructure, she made history in 2023 as the first woman elected to the Nigerian Senate from the FCT. Initially elected on the Labour Party platform, she later decamped to the African Democratic Congress (ADC), aligning with a reform-oriented political coalition. Kingibe is widely known for her advocacy on infrastructure development, women’s inclusion, youth participation, and accountable governance.
Education
- Emotan Preparatory School, Benin City
- Queen's College, Lagos
- Washington Irving High School, New York
- University of Minnesota — B.Sc. Civil Engineering
Professional Background
- Civil engineer
- Worked with Minnesota Department of Transportation (USA)
- Consultant and project manager for various engineering projects in Nigeria
- Former Adviser on Women Affairs to the FCT Minister
- Public policy advocate and NGO collaborator
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