Magnus Odion Ugbesia
Former Senator - Edo Central Senatorial District (2007–2015)
Peoples Democratic Party Edo State
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Magnus Odion Ugbesia is a Nigerian academic-turned-politician who represented Edo Central in the Senate from 2007 to 2015 under the PDP. A former political science lecturer at the University of Benin, he held key federal ministerial roles, including Solid Minerals. In the Senate, he was recognized for advancing infrastructure and social development projects in his district with a measured and research-informed leadership approach.
Education
- B.A. in Political Science, University of Illinois, USA.
- M.A. in International Relations, Northeastern Illinois University, USA.
Professional Background
- Lecturer, Department of Political Science, University of Benin (1978–1989)
- Served in multiple governmental roles:
- Commissioner for Information, Edo State.
- Special Assistant to the Federal Minister of Housing.
- Minister of State, Ministry of Internal Affairs.
- Minister of Solid Minerals, Federal Republic of Nigeria (appointed July 2003)
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