President Bola Tinubu has sent a letter to the Senate, requesting the approval of Dr. Bernard Mohammed Doro from Plateau State for the position of Minister.
Bayo Onanuga, Presidential spokesman, announced this in a statement, on Tuesday.
The statement said the appointment is subject to confirmation by the senate.
Onanuga said the president had already sent the appointee’s name to the senate for confirmation.
“Dr Doro’s nomination follows Prof. Nentawe Goshwe Yilwatda’s election as the All Progressives Congress (APC) chairman in July. Yilwatda previously served as Minister of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Reduction.”
“Born on January 23, 1969, in Kwall, Bassa LGA of Plateau State, Dr Doro has over 20 years of multidisciplinary experience in clinical practice, pharmaceutical management, strategic leadership, and community engagement in the UK 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.
“He has also led youth mentorship and social impact initiatives in the diaspora and local communities.”