Biography
Marie Enenimiete Ebikake (born 4 June 1958) is a Nigerian politician and educationist from Bayelsa State. She represents the Brass–Nembe Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives under the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP).
Before entering national politics, Ebikake worked as a teacher and later became the Chairman of Brass Local Government Area, the first and only woman to hold that position in Bayelsa State. She served as Commissioner for Transportation and Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs under Governor Seriake Dickson between 2012 and 2015.
After losing her initial bid for the House of Representatives in 2019, she contested again in 2023 and won, defeating the incumbent, Israel Sunny-Goli.
Known for her advocacy for women’s empowerment, education, and grassroots development, Ebikake has been recognized as one of the influential female lawmakers in Nigeria’s 10th National Assembly. Her leadership style reflects dedication to inclusive governance and sustainable development in the Niger Delta region.
Sponsored Bills
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Motions Sponsored 2
| Motion | Date Filed | Outcome | Action |
|---|---|---|---|
| Need to save some communities in Brass local government in Bayelsa state from being overrun by the sea. | Mar 13, 2024 | adopted and referred to the House Committees on Works, Ecological Fund, National Emergenc… | View |
| Urgent need to stop the breakdown of law and order in Bayelsa State. | Nov 02, 2023 | adopted | View |
Petitions Presented 2
| Subject | On Behalf Of | Date Presented |
|---|---|---|
| Petition against Nigeria AGIP Oil company on a matter that has allegedly lingered since the 9th Assembly. | a family in Nembe local government area of Bayelsa state | Mar 08, 2024 |
| Alleged unlawful stoppage of salary by the Nigeria Police Force. | a complainant | Feb 29, 2024 |
