President Tinubu has sent a letter to the Senate, requesting the approval of Dr. Bernard Mohammed Doro from Plateau State for the position of Minister.
Dr. Doro's nomination comes in the wake of Prof. Nentawe Goshwe Yilwatda's election as the chairman of the APC in July.
Full Statement
PRESIDENT TINUBU FORWARDS DR BERNARD DORO'S NAME TO THE SENATE AS MINISTERIAL NOMINEE
President Bola Tinubu has forwarded a letter to the Senate seeking the confirmation of Dr Bernard Mohammed Doro from Plateau State as a Minister of the Federal Republic of Nigeria.
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.
Bayo Onanuga
Special Adviser to the President
(Information & Strategy)
October 21, 2025