Tonye Briggs Oniyide
Chairman, Akuku-Toru Local Government Area, Rivers State
Action Peoples Party Rivers State
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Bio Summary
Mrs. Tonye Briggs Oniyide is the Chairman of Akuku-Toru Local Government Area in Rivers State, elected under the Action Peoples Party (APP). A biochemist by training, she has served in various public service roles including Rivers State Commissioner for Culture and Tourism and as a member of the Federal Character Commission. Her current administration emphasizes inclusive development, healthcare, infrastructure, empowerment, and close collaboration with community and legislative stakeholders
Education
- Degree in Biochemistry at the University of Port Harcourt
Professional Background
- Special Assistant to the Governor on Culture and Tourism in Rivers State (2003).
- Special Adviser to the Governor on Youth and Employment (2007).
- Member of the Federal Character Commission, representing Rivers State (2013–2015).
- Rivers State Commissioner for Culture and Tourism under Governor Nyesom Wike (2015–2019; reappointed 2020–2023).