President Bola Tinubu has nominated Dr Bernard Mohammed Doro from Plateau State as a Minister of the Federal Republic of Nigeria.
The Special Adviser to President Bola Tinubu on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, revealed this in a statement on Tuesday.
Doro’s nomination follows the election of Prof. Nentawe Yilwatda, former Minister of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Reduction, as the All Progressives Congress National Chairman in July.
Below are a few things about the ministerial nominee.
”Doro was born on January 23, 1969, in Kwall, Bassa Local Government Area of Plateau State.
“Bernard Doro is a community leader involved in politics in Nigeria and the UK, where he has lived for a long time.
“He serves as the financial secretary of the APC UK chapter. He was appointed in June 2024.
“There are rumours that he seeks the Plateau North Senatorial District seat in 2027, but he has not formally declared his intention.
“Doro is part of the committee that organised the Nigerian Diaspora Investment & Cultural Summit 2024, which took place in Birmingham from December 4 to 7, 2024
“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 an advanced clinical practitioner, with frontline roles across urgent care, walk-in centres, GP practices and hospitals.
“Beyond clinical duties, he has led youth mentorship and social-impact initiatives in the diaspora and at home, focusing on skills development and community empowerment.
“He holds membership in local and international professional bodies, including a fellowship in the Institute of Mortgage Brokers and Lenders of Nigeria and membership in the Royal Pharmaceutical Society.
“Beyond politics and professional life, Doro has also led youth mentorship and social impact initiatives in the diaspora and local communities.”
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