President Bola Tinubu has put forward Dr. Bernard Doro from Plateau State as a Minister of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, submitting his name to the Senate for confirmation.
Doro’s nomination follows the elevation of Prof. Nentawe Goshwe Yilwatda, the former Minister of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Reduction, who became the National Chairman of the ruling All Progressives Congress in July.
The Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, disclosed the nomination in a statement issued on Tuesday.
According to presidency sources, the President, during a private meeting with his close aides on Monday evening, revealed his intention to appoint nominees to fill two vacant positions in his cabinet, including that of the Minister of Innovation, Science and Technology, who resigned some weeks ago.
Born on January 23, 1969, in Kwall, Bassa Local Government Area of Plateau State, Onanuga stated that Doro has over 20 years of experience in clinical practice, pharmaceutical management, strategic leadership, and community development in both the United Kingdom and Nigeria.
“He has degrees in Pharmacy and law, an MBA focusing on IT-driven business strategy, and a Master’s in Advanced Clinical Practice.
“He is an Independent Prescriber and Advanced Clinical Practitioner with NHS frontline experience across urgent care, walk-in centres, GP practices, and hospital settings,” the statement read.
Apart from his medical and administrative background, Doro has also been involved in youth mentorship and social impact projects within the Nigerian diaspora and local communities.
If confirmed, he will officially join President Tinubu’s cabinet and take the oath of office during a Federal Executive Council meeting.
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