Tinubu rejigs ministerial portfolios, renames Ecological Ministry

President Bola Ahmad Tinubu has initiated a comprehensive restructuring of the forthcoming Federal Cabinet, aimed at optimizing ministerial portfolios and enhancing government efficiency. This significant move was announced by Ajuri Ngelale, the Special Assistant to the President on Media and Publicity, through a formal press release. One of the notable changes involves the redeployment of Engr. Abubakar Momoh, who was initially assigned to the Federal Ministry of Youth and Sports Development. He will now assume responsibilities within the Federal Ministry of Niger Delta Development. This strategic reallocation of personnel aims to leverage Momoh’s expertise in a way that aligns with the nation’s development priorities. Meanwhile, the Federal Ministry of Youth and Sports Development is set to undergo a transition as it awaits the assignment of a new Minister-Designate. This decision underscores the administration’s commitment to ensuring that every ministry is led by capable and qualified individuals. Furthermore, the Ministers-Designate earmarked for the Federal Ministries of Transportation, Interior, and Marine & Blue Economy have experienced a noteworthy reshuffling of their designations: (A) H.E. Adegboyega Oyetola, who was initially positioned for another role, will now bring his leadership and expertise to the forefront as the Honourable Minister of Marine & Blue Economy. This adjustment reflects the President’s focus on sustainable maritime and economic development. (B) Hon. Bunmi Tunji-Ojo has been reassigned to the role of Honourable Minister of Interior. This shift recognizes his potential to contribute significantly to the governance and security aspects of the ministry. (C) Hon. Sa’idu Alkali, who was previously designated for another ministry, will now take the reins as the Honourable Minister of Transportation. This reassignment aligns with his experience and capabilities in infrastructure and transportation management. Moreover, in a move to streamline coordination and expertise, both Ministers of State within the Oil & Gas sector have been incorporated into the Federal Ministry of Petroleum Resources. Their new roles are as follows: (i) Sen. Heineken Lokpobiri has assumed the mantle of Hon. Minister of State (Oil), Petroleum Resources, leveraging his knowledge of the oil sector to contribute to its growth and stability. (ii) Hon. Ekperipe Ekpo now holds the position of Hon. Minister of State (Gas), Petroleum Resources, bringing his insights to the development of the gas sector. The President’s endorsement has also led to the renaming of the Federal Ministry of Environment and Ecological Management. It will now be known as the Federal Ministry of Environment, reflecting the ministry’s central role in safeguarding Nigeria’s environmental sustainability. These transformative adjustments, implemented through the directives of the President, are set to take immediate effect.

Tinubu Assigns Ministerial Roles: Wike is FCT Minister, Keyamo, Aviation, 43 others get portfolios

In a recent development, President Bola Tinubu has unveiled the designated roles for the 45 confirmed ministerial nominees. Notably, former Rivers State governor Nyesom Wike has been entrusted with the leadership of the Ministry of Federal Capital Territory (FCT), while Festus Keyamo takes on the responsibility of overseeing the Ministry of Aviation. Among the other appointments, Wale Edun will preside over the Ministry of Finance and serve as the Coordinating Minister of the Economy. Adegboyega Oyetola will be at the helm of the Ministry of Transportation, David Umahi will manage the Ministry of Works, and Betta Edu is tasked with the Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Alleviation. This comprehensive list of ministerial appointments was disseminated through an official statement, which was made on Wednesday. The unveiling of these portfolios marks a significant step in shaping the administration’s leadership and key decision-making in various sectors. See the full list below: Minister of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy, Bosun Tijani Minister of State, Environment and Ecological Management, Ishak Salaco Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy Wale Edun Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Bunmi Tunji Minister of Power, Adedayo Adelabu Minister of State, Health and Social Welfare, Tunisia Alausa Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dele Alake Minister of Tourism, Lola Ade-John Minister of Transportation, Adegboyega Oyetola Minister of Industry, Trade and Investment, Doris Anite Minister of Innovation Science and Technology, Uche Nnaji Minister of State, Labour and Employment, Nkiruka Onyejeocha Minister of Women Affairs, Uju Kennedy Minister of Works, David Umahi Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo Minister of Youth, Abubakar Momoh Minister of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Alleviation, Betta Edu Minister of State, Gas Resources, Ekperikpe Ekpo Minister of State, Petroleum Resources, Heineken Lokpobiri Minister of Sports Development, John Enoh Minister of Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike Minister of Art, Culture and the Creative Economy, Hannatu Musawa Minister of Defence, Mohammed Badaru Minister of State Defence, Bello Matawalle Minister of State Education, Yusuf T. Sunumu Minister of Housing and Urban Development, Ahmed M. Dangiwa Minister of State, Housing and Urban Development, Abdullah T. Gwarzo Minister of Budget and Economic Planning, Atiku Bagudu Minister of State, Federal Capital Territory, Mairiga Mahmud Minister of State, Water Resources and Sanitation, Bello M. Goronyo Minister of Agriculture and Food Security, Abubakar Kyar Minister of Education, Tahir Maman Minister of Interior, Sa’Idu A. Alkali Minister of Foreign Affairs, Yusuf M. Tuggar Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Ali Pate Minister of Police Affairs, Ibrahim Geidam Minister of State, Steel Development, U. Maigari Ahmadu Minister of Steel Development, Shuaibu A. Audu Minister of Information and National Orientation, Muhammed Idris Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Lateef Fagbemi Minister of Labour and Employment, Simon B. Lalong Minister of State, Police Affairs, Imaan Sulaiman-Ibrahim Minister of Special Duties and Inter-Governmental Affairs, Zephaniah Jisalo Minister of Water Resources and Sanitation, Joseph Utsev Minister of State, Agriculture and Food Security, Aliyu Sabi Abdullahi Minister of Environment and Ecological Management, (Kaduna)