Akpabio appoints Dr. Anietie Ukpe as Deputy Chief of Staff

The President of the Senate, His Excellency, Senator Godswill Obot Akpabio, GCO, has approved the appointment of Dr. Anietie John Ukpe as Deputy Chief of Staff (DCOS) in the Office of the President of the Senate, effective November 1, 2025.

The appointment, communicated through the Directorate of Human Resources and Staff Development of the National Assembly, reflects Senator Akpabio’s drive to strengthen the Office’s capacity in research, strategy, and communication, key pillars for advancing legislative excellence and institutional growth.

A respected communication scholar, journalist, and public relations professional, Dr. Ukpe brings to his new role more than three decades of rich experience across broadcast journalism, media management, advertising, strategic communication, and leadership development.

He holds a Ph.D. in Business and Organizational Communication and is a Fellow of the Nigerian Institute of Public Relations (NIPR). His distinguished career includes serving as Director General of the Akwa Ibom Broadcasting Corporation (AKBC) and, until his latest appointment, as Head of the Research and Speech Communication Unit in the Senate President’s Office.

An accomplished writer and thought leader, Dr. Ukpe has delivered keynote addresses and facilitated workshops both within and outside Nigeria, focusing on leadership, communication ethics, and youth mentorship. He is also an ordained minister and leadership mentor, deeply committed to nurturing a generation of value-driven public servants and nation-builders.

In his new capacity, Dr. Ukpe is expected to provide strategic advisory support, coordinate the Senate President’s communication frameworks, and enhance policy articulation and institutional relations within the National Assembly.

His appointment takes effect from November 1, 2025, under the terms and conditions specified by the National Assembly Service.