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Zephaniah Jisalo

Verified · updated June 24, 2024

Zephaniah Jisalo is Nigeria's Honourable Minister of Special Duties and Inter-governmental Affairs.

Portfolio
Special Duties and Inter-governmental Affairs
State of Origin
FCT
Local Govt
Bwari
Date of birth
3 April 1970 (56)
Religion
Christian
Gender
Male
Zone
North-Central

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 Special Duties and Inter-governmental Affairs?

Zephaniah Jisalo is the current Honourable Minister of Special Duties and Inter-governmental Affairs in the Federal Republic of Nigeria. The minister heads the Federal Ministry of Special Duties and Inter-governmental Affairs and is responsible for implementing government policy in that sector.

When was Zephaniah Jisalo born?

Zephaniah Jisalo was born on 3 April 1970, which makes he 56 years old.

What state is Minister Zephaniah Jisalo from?

Minister Zephaniah Jisalo is from FCT State in Nigeria's North-Central 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 FCT State

House of Reps
2 members — listed on the FCT State page
FCT State — capital, slogan & LGAs

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