Biography
Born 30 March 1972 in Ikorodu, Benson Babajimi Adegoke Benson earned an LLB from Lagos State University, followed by an LLM in International Business Law from London Guildhall University and an MBA from Warwick Business School.
Commencing his career in legal practice, including roles at the UN and Ecobank PLC, Benson transitioned into politics in 2015, winning election to represent Ikorodu in the House of Representatives on the APC ticket. He was reelected in 2019 and 2023.
As Chairman of the House Committee on Defence, Benson has overseen important oversight visits, such as to the Nigerian Armed Forces Resettlement Centre, while supporting vocational training for youth through his ICARE Foundation.
His legislative agenda focuses on security enhancement, youth development, and good governance.
Highly engaged in his constituency, he regularly facilitates training programmes, infrastructure projects, and community outreach.
Sponsored Bills
| BN | Title | Date Sponsored | Status | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HB1405 | Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, 1999 (Sixth Alteration) Bill, 2024 | Jul 17, 2024 | Awaiting 2nd Reading | View |
| HB1406 | AN ACT TO ALTER THE CONCURRENT LEGISLATIVE LIST OF THE SECOND SCHEDULE TO THE CONSTITUTION OF THE FEDERAL REPUBLIC OF NIGERIA 1999, TO INSERT A NEW PARAGRAPH WHICH PROVIDES FOR ROAD TOLL | May 22, 2024 | Awaiting Cmtt Report | View |
| HB1407 | Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, 1999 (Sixth Alteration) Bill, 2024 | May 22, 2024 | Awaiting 2nd Reading | View |
| HB1408 | Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, 1999 (Sixth Alteration) Bill, 2024 | May 23, 2024 | Awaiting 2nd Reading | View |
| HB1410 | Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, 1999 (Sixth Alteration) Bill, 2024 | May 23, 2024 | Awaiting 2nd Reading | View |
| HB1411 | A BILL TO INSERT A NEW SUBSECTION TO PROTECT THE LIFE OF AN UNBORN CHILD WHERE THE MOTHER IS SENTENCED TO DEATH | May 23, 2024 | Awaiting Cmtt Report | View |
| HB1412 | Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, 1999 (Sixth Alteration) Bill, 2024 | May 23, 2024 | Awaiting Cmtt Report | View |
| HB1402 | Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, 1999 (Sixth Alteration) Bill, 2024 | May 21, 2024 | Awaiting 2nd Reading | View |
| HB1403 | A BILL TO TO RENAME AND TRANSFER FINGERPRINTS AND CRIMINAL RECORDS IN PART I - EXCLUSIVE LIST TO PART II - CONCURRENT LEGISLATIVE LIST | May 21, 2024 | Awaiting Cmtt Report | View |
| HB1404 | REMOVE THE RESTRICTION PLACED ON POWER AND DUTIES OF THE AUDITOR-GENERAL OF THE FEDERATION AND STATES BY SECTION 85(2) AND 125(2) RESPECTIVELY | May 21, 2024 | Awaiting Cmtt Report | View |
Motions Sponsored 1
| Motion | Date Filed | Outcome | Action |
|---|---|---|---|
| Motion on the need to investigate the killing of 17 military personnel in Delta state and the abduction of 87 children in Kaduna state. | Mar 20, 2024 | Adopted as amended and referred to the House Committees on Defense, Army, Police, and Nat… | View |
Petitions Presented
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