President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has officially sworn in Dr. Nentawe Yilwatda Goshwe as the Minister of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Reduction at a ceremony held in the State House. Dr. Nentawe, from Plateau State, was confirmed by the 10th Senate after a screening process that highlighted his impressive qualifications and integrity.
Dr Yilwatda’s appointment is seen as a significant step in the government’s effort to combat poverty and improve humanitarian services across Nigeria.
As the new Minister of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Reduction, Dr. Nentawe is expected to lead crucial efforts in alleviating poverty and supporting vulnerable communities across the country.
Other ministers sworn in include Muhammadu Maigari Dingyadi as Minister of Labour and Employment, Bianca Odinaka Odumegwu-Ojukwu as Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, Dr. Jumoke Oduwole as Minister of Industry, Trade and Investment, Idi Mukhtar Maiha as Minister of Livestock Development, Yusuf Abdullahi Ata as Minister of State for Housing and Urban Development, and Suwaiba Said Ahmad as Minister of State for Education. All appointees had undergone Senate screening before their swearing-in.
