Tinubu Swears In Doro, Udeh as Ministers, Expands Cabinet to 48

By: Aremu Toyeebaht

President Bola Tinubu on Thursday swore in Dr. Bernard Doro and Dr. Kingsley Udeh as new ministers, officially inducting them into the Federal Executive Council (FEC) at a brief ceremony held in the Council Chamber of the State House, Abuja.

The swearing-in, which took place at 1:52 p.m., came just before the first FEC meeting since July 2025, marking the restoration of cabinet representation for Plateau and Enugu States, which had been without ministers for several weeks.

Dr. Bernard Doro, a UK-trained clinical practitioner and public health administrator, replaces Prof. Nentawe Yilwatda, who vacated the Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Reduction after emerging as the National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) on July 31.

Hailing from Kwall, Bassa LGA of Plateau State, Doro brings more than 20 years of experience spanning clinical medicine, pharmacy, and health innovation. According to the Presidency, he holds degrees in Pharmacy, Law, and Advanced Clinical Practice, and has served extensively within the UK’s National Health Service (NHS).

Dr. Kingsley Udeh, who until recently served as Enugu State Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice, replaces Uche Nnaji, the former Minister of Innovation, Science and Technology, who resigned on October 7, 2025, following controversy surrounding his academic records.

A Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN), Udeh was nominated on November 4 and swiftly confirmed by the Senate. His inclusion brings Tinubu’s cabinet size to 48 ministers.

After the ceremony, President Tinubu presided over the Federal Executive Council meeting, which resumed after a three-month break.

During the open session, the Coordinating Minister of the Economy and Minister of Finance, Wale Edun, briefed the council on Nigeria’s recent return to the international capital market, revealing that the country’s $2.35 billion Eurobond was oversubscribed by 453 percent, attracting $13 billion in orders.

“The next phase of reforms will remove barriers holding back investors. We will review tariffs and import restrictions to stimulate productivity and investment,” Edun said.

He added that the government is conducting a detailed review of the Federation and federal balance sheets to optimize asset management and promote inclusive growth.

“We are improving fiscal reporting and budget realism, tightening expenditure frameworks, and ensuring reform gains are shared by all Nigerians,” Edun noted.

Responding, President Tinubu commended the outcome of the Eurobond offer, saying it reflected renewed investor confidence in Nigeria’s reform path.

“Despite political headwinds, Nigeria continues to engage global partners, strengthen its diplomatic ties, and rebuild confidence in our economy. The task ahead remains to defeat terrorism and deliver a peaceful, inclusive, and prosperous Nigeria,” the President said.