Uba Maigari Ahmadu
Honourable Minister of Regional Development (State), Federal Republic of Nigeria.
Uba Maigari Ahmadu is the current minister of Regional Development (State). He is from Taraba state in the North-East part of the country. He is a Muslim from Wukari Local Government Area. He was born on 13 August 1943.
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 Regional Development (State)?
Uba Maigari Ahmadu is the current Honourable Minister of Regional Development (State) in the Federal Republic of Nigeria. The minister heads the Federal Ministry of Regional Development (State) and is responsible for implementing government policy in that sector.
When was Uba Maigari Ahmadu born?
Uba Maigari Ahmadu was born on 13 August 1943.
What state is Minister Uba Maigari Ahmadu from?
Minister Uba Maigari Ahmadu is from Taraba 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.