Christopher Nwankwo (born 30 September 1941) is a Nigerian Senator, representing the Ebonyi North Senatorial District of Ebonyi State. He was elected Senator in the 2011 elections, running on the People's Democratic Party ticket.[1]

Early life and education

Nwankwo received his Higher School Certificate from the Holy Family College in 1960 and his Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Nigeria, Nsukka, in 1965.[1]

Senatorial career

There was violence preceding the Ebonyi North elections in 2011 between PDP supporters and All Nigeria People's Party supporters.[2] Christopher Nwanko won the general election.

Nwankwo was reportedly upset about a roads initiative that was behind schedule and endangering motorists.[3]

References

  1. 1 2 "Profile". Chris Nwanko. Archived from the original on 30 June 2013. Retrieved 22 April 2013.
  2. ↑ Inya, Uchenna (28 March 2011). "Campaigns in Ebonyi Become Tougher". Citizens Advocate News. Archived from the original on 5 March 2016. Retrieved 23 April 2013.
  3. ↑ "Abakaliki-Afikpo Federal Road: Lawmakers Worry Over Delay". Orient Newspaper. 20 November 2012. Archived from the original on 6 April 2018. Retrieved 23 April 2013.


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