Samuel Ode
Deputy Governor, Benue State
All Progressives Congress Benue State
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Samuel Ode is the Deputy Governor of Benue State since 29 May 2023, serving under Governor Hyacinth Alia. A lawyer, seasoned administrator and former Minister of State for Niger Delta Affairs, he has decades of public service experience at local and federal levels. Born in Gboko LGA of Benue State, Ode is known for combining legal expertise, policy advisory roles, and political leadership—bringing technocratic depth to the APC executive team.
Education
- NKST Primary School, Gboko (FSLC: circa 1980)
- Wesley High School, Otukpo (GCE ‑ 1985)
- Diploma in Law – Benue State Polytechnic, Ugbokolo (1987)
- B.A. Theatre Arts & Communications – University of Jos (1993)
- Called to the Bar – Nigerian Law School (Year served 2019)
- (Also pursued postgraduate studies: MPA, media arts, and ongoing PhD, as per biographical sources)
Professional Background
- Legal practitioner and public administrator
- Former Special Adviser on Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs in Benue State
- Former caretaker chairman of Otukpo Local Government Area
- Served as Minister of State for Niger Delta Affairs under the federal government
- Member of the National Institute for Policy and Strategic Studies (NIPSS) and fellow of CAPAM (Commonwealth Association for Public Administration & Management)
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