Sen. Dr Ipalibo Harry Banigo (DSSRS)

PRESS RELEASE Senator Banigo Seeks Re-Election, Reaffirms Commitment to Rivers West; Pledges Greater Opportunities for Women. @OfficialAPCNg 3rd May, 2026

I extend my warmest commendations to Nigerian workers whose dedication, resilience, and sacrifice continue to sustain our nation and drive our collective progress, particularly mindful of the invaluable contributions of our healthcare workforce and all allied professionals.

H.E Senator Dr. Ipalibo Harry Banigo moves on the floor of the @NGRSenate a Motion on the Urgent need to address gaps in Nigeria’s National Public Health Emergency Preparedness and Response, following the confirmation of a COVID-19 case in Cross River State.

With Distinguished colleagues at the Senate to celebrate the 66th birthday anniversary of Distinguished Senator Orji Uzor Kalu. Wishing him continued good health, wisdom, and greater accomplishments in service to our nation.

H.E Senator Dr. Banigo, Chairman of the Senate Committee on Health, joins the global community in commemorating World Health Day, themed, “Together for Health: Stand with Science,” emphasizing the continuous need to prioritize health within Nigeria’s national development agenda.

HER EXCELLENCY SENATOR DR. BANIGO ADVANCES CONSTITUENCY DEVELOPMENT WITH DISTRIBUTION OF MINI BUSES, OBUAMA MODERN MARKET COMMISSIONING IN DEGEMA LGA OF RIVERS STATE, PROVIDING A STRUCTURED AND CONDUCIVE ENVIRONMENT FOR TRADING ACTIVITIES WITHIN THE COMMUNITY. 4th April, 2026

The Chairman, Senate Committee on Health, Senator Dr. Banigo has advocated for more collaboration towards technology transfer to expand manufacturing within Nigeria at the Oversight inspection with NAFDAC at VITABIOTICS, Manchester, UK with DG @NafdacAgency, staff and inspectors.

Congratulations to mothers across the globe for your invaluable role in building a better society. Your love, strength, and sacrifices continue to shape families and inspire generations.

@KafilatOgbara @HouseNGR 👩🏾‍⚖️ Legislator Spotlight Sen. Ipalibo Harry Banigo @HarryBanigo @NGRSenate

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Women's Day: Senator Banigo Advocates Giving As Tool For Social Transformation - leadership.ng/womens-day-sen… #IWD

Powering Progress: HE Sen. Dr (Mrs) Ipalibo Harry-Banigo DSSRS facilitas the supply and installation of 500KVA transformers to communities in Ogba/Egbema/Ndoni Local Government Area, Rivers West Senatorial District, Rivers State.

The Wife of the President, SENATOR OLUREMI TINUBU, GOVERNOR FUBARA LAUDS SENATOR BANIGO ON WOMEN'S LEADERSHIP during the Induction and Decoration of SENATOR Banigo as Life Patroness of the African Women in Leadership Organization (AWLO) in Rivers State.

Senator Dr. Banigo, extends her heartfelt condolences to the family of Distinguished Senator Barinada Mpigi on his passing, describes his demise as a profound loss, not only to his family but also to Rivers State and the nation at large, given his commitment to public service.

The Chairman, Senate Committee on Health (Secondary and Tertiary) Sen Dr Banigo commences Day 2 of the 2025/2026 Health Budget Defence, overseeing presentations by MDAs, and the CMDs of secondary, and tertiary health services in Nigeria.

Her Excellency, Senator Dr. Ipalibo Harry Banigo, Chairman, chairs the 2025-2026 Budget Defence of the Senate Committee on Health, with MDAs of Health, and secondary & tertiary health services in Nigeria, alongside committee members.

The initiative is aimed at improving overall eye health care, preventing eye diseases that cause blindness and loss of sight, and promoting better health outcomes for the people.

Yesterday, I had the honour of representing the President of the Senate, His Excellency Senator Godswill Obot Akpabio, GCON, at the launch of the SightQuest Nigeria Programme, organised by Christoffel Blinden Mission (CBM) International.

Her Excellency Senator Dr Mrs Ipalibo Harry Banigo, honored to attend the 60th Birthday Celebration of His Excellency, Senator Aminu Waziri Tambuwal, CFR, former Governor of Sokoto State and Distinguished Colleague in the Senate. 10/1/2026