Patrick Obahiagbon (born April 12, 1960) is a Nigerian politician and

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. He was elected to the House of Representatives in 2007, and served

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until his appointment as

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to Governor

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in 2011. Obahiagbon established a cult-following among many Nigerians for his grammatical caricature when engaged in social and political commentary.

Early life and education

Obahiagbon completed his secondary school education at St John Bosco Grammar School in Obiaja,

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. He then proceeded to study Law at University of Benin, graduating in 1987. Additionally, he holds master's degrees in Public Administration and International history and diplomacy.

Political career

Obahiagbon's political career began in 1999. He left the

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for Action Congress of Nigeria in 2010, and was a ''de jure'' member of

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after the merger in 2013. In November 2012, he replaced Osarodion Ogie as the chief of staff to Governor

. Following the victory of President Muhammadu Buhari at the

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, Obahiagbon commended the

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for "showing spartan discipline that was already yielding results". He also pleaded with APC state party members to be patient with newly elected Governor

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. In 2017, he became the representative of the South South states in the Nigeria Tennis Federation.

References

{{DEFAULTSORT:Obahiagbon, Patrick Nigerian politicians University of Benin (Nigeria) alumni 1960 births Living people