Portrait of Minister Imaan Sulaiman-Ibrahim
Federal Executive Council

Imaan Sulaiman-Ibrahim

Verified · updated May 13, 2026

Imaan Sulaiman-Ibrahim is Nigeria's Honourable Minister of Women Affairs and Social Development.

Portfolio
Women Affairs and Social Development
State of Origin
Plateau
Local Govt
Jos
Date of birth
19 April 1980 (46)
Religion
Muslim
Gender
Female
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 Women Affairs and Social Development?

Imaan Sulaiman-Ibrahim is the current Honourable Minister of Women Affairs and Social Development in the Federal Republic of Nigeria. The minister heads the Federal Ministry of Women Affairs and Social Development and is responsible for implementing government policy in that sector.

When was Imaan Sulaiman-Ibrahim born?

Imaan Sulaiman-Ibrahim was born on 19 April 1980, which makes she 46 years old.

What state is Minister Imaan Sulaiman-Ibrahim from?

Minister Imaan Sulaiman-Ibrahim is from Plateau 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.

State Government

Government of Plateau State

House of Reps
8 members — listed on the Plateau State page
Plateau State — capital, slogan & LGAs

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