Ben Ayade
| Ben Ayade | |
|---|---|
| Governor of Cross River State | |
| In office 29 May 2015 – 29 May 2023 | |
| Deputy | Ivara Esu | 
| Preceded by | Liyel Imoke | 
| Succeeded by | Bassey Edet Otu | 
| Senator for Cross River North | |
| In office 6 June 2011 – 29 May 2015 | |
| Succeeded by | Rose Oko | 
| Personal details | |
| Born | Benedict Bengiuoshuye Ayade 2 March 1968 Kakum, Cross River State, Nigeria | 
| Political party | All Progressives Congress (2021–present) | 
| Other political affiliations | Peoples Democratic Party (2011–2021) | 
| Spouse | Linda Ayade | 
| Children | 3 | 
| Education | St. Stephens Primary School | 
| Alma mater | |
| Profession | 
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| Website | senatorbenayade | 
Benedict Bengiuoshuye Ayade CON ((ⓘ); born 2 March 1968) is a Nigerian politician who served as the governor of Cross River State from 2015 to 2023. He served as Senator for Cross River North from 2011 to 2015.