Portrait of Minister Mukhtar Maiha
Federal Executive Council

Mukhtar Maiha

Verified · updated October 27, 2024

Mukhtar Maiha is Nigeria's Honourable Minister of Livestock Development.

Portfolio
Livestock Development
State of Origin
Borno
Local Govt
Maiha
Date of birth
20 February 1971 (55)
Religion
Muslim
Gender
Male
Zone
North-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 Livestock Development?

Mukhtar Maiha is the current Honourable Minister of Livestock Development in the Federal Republic of Nigeria. The minister heads the Federal Ministry of Livestock Development and is responsible for implementing government policy in that sector.

When was Mukhtar Maiha born?

Mukhtar Maiha was born on 20 February 1971, which makes he 55 years old.

What state is Minister Mukhtar Maiha from?

Minister Mukhtar Maiha is from Borno 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.

State Government

Government of Borno State

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

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