Heineken Lokpobiri, born March 3, 1967, is a prominent Nigerian politician and legal practitioner from Bayelsa State.
His political career is marked by significant roles at both legislative and executive levels. He served as a Senator representing Bayelsa West Senatorial District from 2007 to 2015, during which he was noted for sponsoring several bills and motions.
His executive experience includes serving as the Minister of State for Agriculture and Rural Development from 2015 to 2019.
In August 2023, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu appointed him the Minister of State for Petroleum Resources (Oil), a crucial portfolio in Nigeria’s economy.
A Barrister at Law, Lokpobiri holds an LL.B from Rivers State University and has pursued further studies in leadership at prestigious institutions like the University of Oxford.
His trajectory reflects a dedicated public servant with a focus on national development, particularly in the critical sectors of agriculture and energy.
