Tinubu Nominates New Minister
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has nominated Dr. Bernard Doro from Plateau State as a Minister of the Federal Republic of Nigeria and forwarded 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 was elected National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in July.
The appointment was announced in a statement on Tuesday by the Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Mr. Bayo Onanuga.
According to Presidency sources, the President, during a private meeting with his aides on Monday night, indicated plans to fill two vacant ministerial portfolios — including the Minister of Innovation, Science and Technology, which became vacant following a recent resignation.
Born on January 23, 1969, in Kwall, Bassa Local Government Area of Plateau State, Dr. Doro brings over two decades of experience in clinical practice, pharmaceutical management, strategic leadership, and community development in both the United Kingdom and Nigeria.
Onanuga said, “He holds degrees in Pharmacy and Law, an MBA with a focus on IT-driven business strategy, and a Master’s in Advanced Clinical Practice. He is also an Independent Prescriber and Advanced Clinical Practitioner with NHS frontline experience across urgent care, walk-in centres, GP practices, and hospital settings.”
Beyond his professional achievements, Dr. Doro has been actively involved in youth mentorship and social impact initiatives, both within Nigeria and among the diaspora community.
If confirmed by the Senate, he will officially join President Tinubu’s cabinet and be sworn in during a Federal Executive Council meeting at the State House, Abuja.
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