Simeon Tarka (1953–2019) was a Nigerian politician and statesman from Benue State. At the age of 28, he was elected to the Federal House of Representatives, serving as its youngest member from 1979 to 1983 during the Nigerian Second Republic. He was the eldest son of the influential Nigerian politician Joseph Tarka.[1][2][3][4]
Simeon Tarka | |
|---|---|
| Member of the House of Representatives of Nigeria from Benue | |
| In office 9 October 1979 – October 1983 | |
| Preceded by | position established |
| Constituency | Gboko West |
| Personal details | |
| Born | Simeon Mbakorkaa Tarka 1953 |
| Died | May 2019 (aged 66) Makurdi, Benue State |
| Political party | National Party of Nigeria (1978–1983) |
| Parent | Joseph Tarka (father) |
| Occupation | politician, businessman |
Tarka studied International Relations and Journalism at the University of Nebraska in Lincoln, graduating a year before his election to the National Assembly.[1][4]
References
edit- ^ a b Gupte, Pranay B. (28 October 1979). "Father and Son In Lagos Called Rising Dynasty: Smiles and Laughter Powerful Member of the Senate Party Short of Majority 'To Make Things Smooth'". The New York Times.
- ^ Terzungwe, Saawua (2019-05-10). "Benue loses son of foremost nationalist at 65 - Daily Trust". Retrieved 2024-11-17.
- ^ Jannah, Chijioke (2019-05-11). "Ex-Reps member, Tarka dies in Benue". Daily Post Nigeria. Retrieved 2024-11-17.
- ^ a b Hagher, Iyorwuese (2024-11-11). "Wanteregh Paul Iyorpuu Unongo, OFR: A Leader For All Seasons Takes A Final Bow". Retrieved 2024-11-17.
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