Portrait of Minister John Enoh
Federal Executive Council

John Enoh

Verified · updated May 13, 2026

John Enoh is Nigeria's Honourable Minister of Industry, Trade and Investment (State).

Portfolio
Industry, Trade and Investment (State)
State of Origin
Cross River
Local Govt
Etung
Date of birth
4 June 1966 (60)
Religion
Christian
Gender
Male
Zone
South-South

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 Industry, Trade and Investment (State)?

John Enoh is the current Honourable Minister of Industry, Trade and Investment (State) in the Federal Republic of Nigeria. The minister heads the Federal Ministry of Industry, Trade and Investment (State) and is responsible for implementing government policy in that sector.

When was John Enoh born?

John Enoh was born on 4 June 1966, which makes he 60 years old.

What state is Minister John Enoh from?

Minister John Enoh is from Cross River State in Nigeria's South-South 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 Cross River State

Governor
Bassey Otu
House of Reps
8 members — listed on the Cross River State page
Cross River State — capital, slogan & LGAs

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