Garba Mohammed
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has nominated Dr Bernard Doro from Plateau State as a Minister of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, forwarding his name to the Senate for confirmation.
Doro’s nomination follows the elevation of Professor Nentawe Goshwe Yilwatda, the former Minister of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Reduction, who was elected National Chairman of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) in July.
The Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, announced the nomination in a statement issued on Tuesday.
Presidency sources familiar with the development said the President, during a private meeting with close aides on Monday evening, expressed his intention to fill two vacant cabinet portfolios, including that of the Minister of Innovation, Science and Technology, who resigned weeks ago.
Born on January 23, 1969, in Kwall, Bassa Local Government Area of Plateau State, Dr Doro brings more than two decades of experience spanning clinical practice, pharmaceutical management, strategic leadership, and community development in both the United Kingdom and Nigeria.
According to Onanuga, Doro holds 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.
Beyond his professional expertise, Doro has been active in youth mentorship and social impact initiatives within both the Nigerian diaspora and local communities.
If confirmed by the Senate, he will join President Tinubu’s cabinet and be sworn in during a Federal Executive Council meeting.