Biography
Adams Aliyu Oshiomhole (born April 4, 1952, in Iyamho, Edo State, Nigeria) is a Nigerian politician and former labour leader.
He began his career at Arewa Textiles in Kaduna, where he became a union leader, and later studied Industrial Relations at Ruskin College, Oxford. Oshiomhole rose to national prominence as President of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) from 1999 to 2007, leading major strikes and negotiations for workers’ rights.
He served as Governor of Edo State from 2008 to 2016, focusing on infrastructure, education, and urban renewal, and later became National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) (2018–2020). In 2023, he was elected Senator for Edo North.
Sponsored Bills
Motions Sponsored 2
| Motion | Date Filed | Outcome | Action |
|---|---|---|---|
| Motion to set up a committee to investigate issues related to NNPC and missing funds. | Jun 11, 2026 | Seconded | View |
| Urgent Need for the Federal Government to Mobilise Contractors to Site to Stem further Deterioration of Benin-Auchi-Lokoja Road. | Jul 12, 2023 | Agreed to. | View |
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