Chris Adighije
Chris Adighije | |
|---|---|
| Senator for Abia Central Senatorial District | |
| In office 3 June 2003 – 5 June 2007 | |
| Preceded by | Bob Nwannunu |
| Succeeded by | Nkechi Justina Nwaogu |
| Pro-Chancellor and Chairman of the Council, Federal University Lokoja | |
| Assumed office July 2020 | |
| Personal details | |
| Born | Chris Iheanyichukwu Adighije 22 March 1945 Abia State, Nigeria |
| Party | Peoples Democratic Party |
| Occupation | Politician, geologist |
Chris Iheanyichukwu Adighije is a Nigerian politician and lawmaker. He served as a senator representing the Abia Central Senatorial District in the National Assembly.[1]
Early life and career
Adighije was born on March 22, 1945, in Abia State.[2] He earned a Bachelor of Science (B.Sc) degree in Geology from the University of Ibadan in 1973. He subsequently obtained a Master of Philosophy (MPhil) in 1976 and a PhD in 1978, both from the University of Ibadan.[3]
Adighije held various positions during his career. He was Federal Commissioner for Abia State at the Revenue Mobilization and Fiscal Commission (RMAFC) from 2010 to 2015.[4][5] He served as Senator for Abia Central Senatorial District from 2003 to 2007.[6] He was also National Treasurer of the National Republican Convention (NRC) from 1990 to 1992 and Secretary of the Nigerian National Congress (NNC) from 1988 to 1989.[7]
In July 2020, he was appointed Pro-Chancellor and Chairman of the Council at Federal University Lokoja.[8][9]
References
- ↑ Idachaba, Eleojo (2023-05-12). "David Jemibewon, Chris Adighije: Where are they now?". Blueprint. Abuja, Nigeria. Retrieved 2024-12-29.
- ↑ Godfrey, Chimezie (2024-03-24). "Sen Adighie @79: The best birthday gift I want is a new Nigeria". News Diary. Abuja, Nigeria. Retrieved 2024-12-29.
- ↑ ".:: Abridged Profile of Senator Chris Adighije | Federal University Lokoja". fulokoja.edu.ng. Retrieved 2024-12-29.
- ↑ eribake, akintayo (2015-12-17). "Abia political stakeholders urge Buhari to reappoint Adighije at RMFAC". Vanguard. Lagos, Nigeria. Retrieved 2024-12-29.
- ↑ vanguard (2016-12-12). "Recession: Nigerians now more ingenious, creative — Sen. Adighije". Vanguard. Lagos, Nigeria. Retrieved 2024-12-29.
- ↑ Emeruwa, Chijindu (2019-05-29). "7th Abia Assembly: Senator Adighije explains why Ikwuano/Umuahia should produce next Speaker". Daily Post. Lagos, Nigeria. Retrieved 2024-12-29.
- ↑ Telegraph, New (2022-03-21). "APC Convention: There is revolution over zoning – Adighije". New Telegraph. Lagos, Nigeria. Retrieved 2024-12-29.
- ↑ "Abia APC Congratulates Sen. Chris Adighije over his appointment as Pro-Chancellor, Federal University Lokoja - News Mirror". Retrieved 2024-12-29.
- ↑ OHAFIATV (2020-07-17). "Buhari Appoints Senator Chris Adighije As Pro Chancellor, Federal University Of Lokoja (FULOKOJA)". OHAFIATV. Retrieved 2024-12-29.