Portrait of Minister Doris Anite
Federal Executive Council

Doris Anite

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Doris Anite is Nigeria's Honourable Minister of Finance (State).

Portfolio
Finance (State)
State of Origin
Imo
Local Govt
Oguta
Date of birth
16 October 1973 (52)
Religion
Christian
Gender
Female
Zone
South-East

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 Finance (State)?

Doris Anite is the current Honourable Minister of Finance (State) in the Federal Republic of Nigeria. The minister heads the Federal Ministry of Finance (State) and is responsible for implementing government policy in that sector.

When was Doris Anite born?

Doris Anite was born on 16 October 1973, which makes she 52 years old.

What state is Minister Doris Anite from?

Minister Doris Anite is from Imo State in Nigeria's South-East 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.

State Government

Government of Imo State

House of Reps
10 members — listed on the Imo State page
Imo State — capital, slogan & LGAs

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