Muhammad Ali Pate
Honourable Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Federal Republic of Nigeria.
Muhammad Ali Pate is the current minister of Health and Social Welfare. He is from Bauchi state in the North-East part of the country. He is a Muslim from Misau Local Government Area. He was born on 6 September 1968.
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 Health and Social Welfare?
Muhammad Ali Pate is the current Honourable Minister of Health and Social Welfare in the Federal Republic of Nigeria. The minister heads the Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare and is responsible for implementing government policy in that sector.
When was Muhammad Ali Pate born?
Muhammad Ali Pate was born on 6 September 1968.
What state is Minister Muhammad Ali Pate from?
Minister Muhammad Ali Pate is from Bauchi State in Nigeria's North-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.