President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has taken a significant step in fulfilling his commitment to building a competent and diverse cabinet for the betterment of Nigeria.
On Thursday, the 27th of July 2023, President Tinubu submitted a list of 28 ministerial nominees to the Senate, encompassing a wide array of talents and expertise.
The list, read by the Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, contains prominent names, including former Kaduna Governor Nasir El-Rufai and ex-Rivers Governor Nyesom Wike.
This nomination reflects President Tinubu’s intent to bring together leaders from various backgrounds to drive progress and innovation in the country.
The ministerial nominees are a blend of seasoned administrators, economists, health experts, lawyers, and close associates of President Tinubu, all of whom are committed to the development of Nigeria.
Among the notable nominees are Adebayo Adelabu, the former governorship candidate of APC in Oyo State; senior lawyer Lateef Fagbemi, SAN; economist Olawale Edun; and presidential spokesperson Dele Alake.
President Tinubu has urged the Senate to commence the screening and confirmation process for these deserving nominees, emphasizing the importance of swift action to ensure the country’s progress remains unhindered.
The president’s submission aligns with the constitutional provision, which mandates that a new president has a 60-day window from inauguration to appoint ministers.
The selection process, guided by principles of meritocracy, competence, and dedication to national service, has resulted in this diverse and promising pool of ministerial nominees.
The proposed ministers are as follows:
- Abubakar Momoh
- Ambassador Yusuf Maitama Tuggar CON
- Arch. Ahmed Dangiwa
- Barr. Hannatu Musawa
- Chief Uche Nnaji
- Dr. Betta Edu
- Dr. Dorris Aniche Uzoka
- H.E. David Umahi
- H.E. Nyesom Wike
- H.E. Badaru Abubakar CON
- H.E. Nasiru Ahmed El-Rufai
- Rt. Hon. Ekperipe Ekpo
- Hon. Nkiru Onyeojiocha
- Hon. Olubunmi Tunji Ojo
- Hon. Stella Okotette
- Hon. Uju Kennedy Ohaneye
- Mr. Bello Muhammad G.
- Mr. Dele Alake
- Mr. Lateef Fagbemi SAN
- Mr. Muhammad Idris
- Mr. Olawale Edun
- Mr. Waheed Adebayo Adelabu
- Mrs. Iman Suleiman Ibrahim
- Professor Ali Pate
- Professor Joseph
- Senator Abubakar Kyari
- Senator John Eno
- Senator Sani Abubakar Danladi
The Senate President has referred the president’s request to the committee of the whole for further consideration.
President Tinubu’s commitment to assembling a team of capable ministers who can bring positive change to Nigeria demonstrates his dedication to the country’s welfare and progress.
The president looks forward to the Senate’s diligent screening process and hopes for a swift confirmation to enable the government to hit the ground running.
