Hezekiah Dimka

Hezekiah Ayuba Dimka is a Nigerian politician and former Senator of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, known for representing the Plateau Central Senatorial District. He is a prominent figure from Plateau State and has a background in public service. Hezekiah Ayuba Dimka was born in March 1952 in Kabwir, Kanke Local Government Area of Plateau State. He is of the Ngas ethnic group. Details about his early life and primary education are not widely publicized, but his career trajectory suggests a foundational education leading into service. He attended the Nigerian Police College, indicating a significant portion of his professional formation was within law enforcement before transitioning to politics. His wife is Mrs. Esther Hezekiah Dimka. Dimka pursued a career in the Nigerian Police Force, where he attained significant seniority. Following his service in the police, he transitioned into the political and public administration sectors. In 2018, he served as a board member for TETFUND (Tertiary Education Trust Fund) for the North Central region of Nigeria. His major career achievement is his tenure as a Senator representing the Plateau Central Constituency (which includes Kanke, Pankshin, Kanam, Mangu, and Bokkos). He was elected under the platform of the All Progressives Congress (APC) and served in the National Assembly from 2019 to 2023. During this period, he served as the Chairman of the Senate Committee on Drugs and Narcotics, a notable position where he oversaw legislative matters pertaining to combating drug abuse and trafficking in Nigeria. Hezekiah Dimka remains an active politician and influential community leader in Plateau State. As of the end of his senatorial term in 2023, he is recognized as an experienced statesman and former federal legislator.