Tinubu appoints Bernard Doro as minister

President Bola Tinubu has appointed Dr Bernard Mohammed Doro from Plateau State as a minister.

Presidential spokesman Bayo Onanuga announced this in a statement issued on Tuesday, October 21, 2025.

Onanuga said the appointment is subject to confirmation by the Senate, adding that Tinubu had already sent the appointee’s name to the red chamber for confirmation.

Doro’s nomination follows the election of the former Minister of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Reduction, Prof. Nentawe Yilwatda, as the All Progressives Congress (APC) chairman in July 2025.

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Born on January 23, 1969, in Kwall, Bassa Local Government Area of Plateau State, 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.

Doro has also led youth mentorship and social impact initiatives in the diaspora and local communities.

The Star

Segun Ojo

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