Abubakar Atiku Bagudu
Honourable Minister of Budget and Economic Planning, Federal Republic of Nigeria.
Abubakar Atiku Bagudu is the current minister of Budget and Economic Planning. He is from Kebbi state in the North-West part of the country. He is a Muslim from Birnin Kebbi Local Government Area. He was born on 26 December 1961.
About Nigerian Federal Ministers
Nigerian federal ministers are appointed by the President and confirmed by the Senate under Section 147 of the 1999 Constitution. Each minister heads a federal ministry and is responsible for implementing government policy within that sector. Ministers serve at the pleasure of the President and together form the Federal Executive Council, which deliberates on major government decisions. By constitutional requirement, the President must appoint at least one minister from each of Nigeria's 36 states, ensuring the principle of federal character is reflected in the cabinet.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the current Minister of Budget and Economic Planning?
Abubakar Atiku Bagudu is the current Honourable Minister of Budget and Economic Planning in the Federal Republic of Nigeria. The minister heads the Federal Ministry of Budget and Economic Planning and is responsible for implementing government policy in that sector.
When was Abubakar Atiku Bagudu born?
Abubakar Atiku Bagudu was born on 26 December 1961.
What state is Minister Abubakar Atiku Bagudu from?
Minister Abubakar Atiku Bagudu is from Kebbi State in Nigeria's North-West geopolitical zone. Under Section 147 of the 1999 Constitution, the President must appoint at least one minister from each of Nigeria's 36 states.
What does a Nigerian federal minister do?
A federal minister is appointed by the President and confirmed by the Senate to head a specific federal ministry. The minister sets policy, manages the ministry's budget and staff, represents Nigeria in sector-related international engagements and is part of the Federal Executive Council, which advises the President on national matters.