President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has forwarded the name of Dr. Bernard Mohammed Doro from Plateau State to the Senate for confirmation as a Minister of the Federal Republic of Nigeria.

Dr. Doro’s nomination follows the election of Prof. Nentawe Goshwe Yilwatda as the National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in July. Yilwatda had previously served as Minister of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Reduction.

Born on January 23, 1969, in Kwall, Bassa Local Government Area of Plateau State, Dr. Doro boasts over 20 years of multidisciplinary experience in clinical practice, pharmaceutical management, strategic leadership, and community development across the United Kingdom and Nigeria.

He holds degrees in Pharmacy and Law, an MBA specializing in IT-driven business strategy, and a Master’s in Advanced Clinical Practice. Dr. Doro is also an Independent Prescriber and Advanced Clinical Practitioner with extensive frontline experience within the UK’s National Health Service (NHS) across urgent care, GP practices, and hospital settings.

Beyond his professional achievements, he has actively led youth mentorship and social impact initiatives within diaspora and local communities.

Bayo Onanuga
Special Adviser to the President (Information & Strategy)
October 21, 2025