Barry Mpigi was a distinguished Nigerian politician from Rivers State, celebrated for his extensive service in the National Assembly. He represented Rivers South-East Senatorial District as a Senator until his recent passing.
Profile Summary
| Full Name | Barinada Mpigi |
| Date of Birth | June 21, 1961 (some sources note June 23) |
| Place of Birth | Koroma, Tai Local Government Area, Rivers State, Nigeria |
| Nationality | Nigeria |
| State of Origin | Rivers State |
| Partner | N/A |
| Children | N/A |
| Date of Death | February 19, 2026 |
Early Life and Education
Born on June 21, 1961, in Koroma, Tai Local Government Area of Rivers State, Mpigi was the son of Sir Chief Sunday Ntorlanwa Mpigi and Lady Victoria Mpigi.
He completed primary education at a public school in Koroma, obtaining his First School Leaving Certificate in 1974, then earned his West African School Certificate from Government Commercial School in Ibaa in 1979.
Mpigi pursued higher education with an HND in Business Administration (Marketing) from Rivers State College of Science and Technology in 1984, followed by National Youth Service Corps in 1985.
Career
Mpigi began his professional journey in the energy industry, advancing to Head of Operations in Exploration at CGG/Shell Petroleum by 1988. He transitioned into politics as Executive Chairman of Tai Local Government Area from 1999 to 2001, then served as Commissioner for Youth Affairs under Governor Peter Odili from 2001 to 2002.
Elected to the House of Representatives for Eleme/Tai/Oyigbo in 2011 and reelected in 2015, he later won a Senate seat for Rivers South-East in 2019 under the Peoples Democratic Party, leading committees on oil theft and infrastructure projects.
Personal Life
Public information on Mpigi’s family remains limited; he maintained strong community connections in Ogoniland and championed Niger Delta rights throughout his career. Specific details about his partner or children are not widely documented.
Death
Mpigi passed away on February 19, 2026, at the age of 64, following a private battle with illness. Accounts differ on the exact location, mentioning possibilities like Abuja or a hospital in London.
Legacy
Mpigi’s contributions endure through youth empowerment initiatives, infrastructure advancements in Tai Local Government Area, and Senate efforts addressing Niger Delta issues. He remains honored as a steadfast advocate for Ogoniland and a dedicated public servant.
