Biographical overview
she assumed office. Afegbua was introduced into politics by Joseph Tarka, a Nigerian politician from Benue state who served as a minister for transport and communications under Yakubu Gowon, former military head of state. In 1983, she started politics fully and contested the senatorial position of Bendel north under the National Party of Nigeria. She contested against John Omolu, a formidable politician and a trade unionist. Afegbua remained resolute despite the male dominance and canvassed votes through women and their organisations. She earned a slim victory in the election and defeated Omolu. She was then sworn in as the first elected female senator in Nigeria in October 1983.
Biographical record
- Title
- Mrs
- Surname
- Afegbua
- First Name
- Franca
- Gender
- Female
- Source of Publication
- NIBC Who's Who (3rd Edition)
- Status
- Died
- Date of Death
- March 12, 2023
- State of Origin
- Edo
- Father's Status
- N/A
- Mother's Status
- N/A
- Have you ever been a member of any political party?
- N/A
Last Update Mon 13, Mar 2023
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