The Senate on Thursday confirmed Dr Bernard Doro as a Minister of the Federal Republic of Nigeria.
Doro’s screening, which lasted less than 30 minutes, saw lawmakers commend his wealth of experience and leadership credentials.
The Plateau-born technocrat, who becomes the third minister from his state in the current administration, pledged to uphold fairness, transparency, and inclusivity in Nigeria’s humanitarian programmes.
“I will create a humanitarian ecosystem that is inclusive, guided by impartiality and independence,” Doro told senators during his screening.
Satisfied with his responses and qualifications, the lawmakers asked him to take a bow and leave, confirming his nomination without objection.
President Bola Tinubu had earlier written to the Senate, seeking Doro’s confirmation in line with Section 147 (2) of the 1999 Constitution (as amended). Senate President Godswill Akpabio read the letter at plenary and referred it to the Committee of the Whole for immediate consideration.
Doro’s nomination follows the elevation of his predecessor, Professor Nentawe Yilwatda, who now serves as the National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC).
Presidential spokesman, Bayo Onanuga, described Doro as a highly qualified professional with over two decades of experience spanning clinical practice, pharmaceutical management, and strategic leadership roles in Nigeria and the United Kingdom.
Born on January 23, 1969, in Kwall, Bassa Local Government Area of Plateau State, Doro holds degrees in Pharmacy and Law, an MBA in 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,” Onanuga stated.
With his confirmation, Dr Bernard Doro is expected to be sworn in as a member of the Federal Executive Council at the next meeting.
