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Aliyu Sabi Abdullahi

Verified · updated June 24, 2024

Aliyu Sabi Abdullahi is Nigeria's Honourable Minister of Agriculture and Food Security (State).

Portfolio
Agriculture and Food Security (State)
State of Origin
Niger
Local Govt
Babura
Date of birth
10 January 1967 (59)
Religion
Muslim
Gender
Male
Zone
North-Central

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 Agriculture and Food Security (State)?

Aliyu Sabi Abdullahi is the current Honourable Minister of Agriculture and Food Security (State) in the Federal Republic of Nigeria. The minister heads the Federal Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security (State) and is responsible for implementing government policy in that sector.

When was Aliyu Sabi Abdullahi born?

Aliyu Sabi Abdullahi was born on 10 January 1967, which makes he 59 years old.

What state is Minister Aliyu Sabi Abdullahi from?

Minister Aliyu Sabi Abdullahi is from Niger State in Nigeria's North-Central 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.

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