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Muttaqha Rabe Darma

Verified · updated April 25, 2026

Muttaqha Rabe Darma is Nigeria's Honourable Minister of Housing and Urban Development.

Portfolio
Housing and Urban Development
State of Origin
Katsina
Date of birth
23 July 1966 (59)
Religion
Muslim
Gender
Male
Zone
North-West

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 Housing and Urban Development?

Muttaqha Rabe Darma is the current Honourable Minister of Housing and Urban Development in the Federal Republic of Nigeria. The minister heads the Federal Ministry of Housing and Urban Development and is responsible for implementing government policy in that sector.

When was Muttaqha Rabe Darma born?

Muttaqha Rabe Darma was born on 23 July 1966, which makes he 59 years old.

What state is Minister Muttaqha Rabe Darma from?

Minister Muttaqha Rabe Darma is from Katsina State in Nigeria's North-West 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 Katsina State

House of Reps
14 members — listed on the Katsina State page
Katsina State — capital, slogan & LGAs

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