Dr Kingsley Tochukwu Udeh (SAN) and Dr Bernard Mohammed Doro taking the oath of office during the Federal Executive Council meeting in the State House, Abuja, Thursday, November 6, 2025
Tinubu Swears In 2 New Ministers, Earns Royal Commendations
Abuja, November 6, 2025 – President Bola Tinubu on Thursday swore in two new ministers – Dr. Bernard Doro from Plateau State and Dr. Kingsley Tochukwu Udeh (SAN) from Enugu State – charging them to bring innovation, efficiency, and renewed dedication to national service.
Tinubu swears in 2 new ministers – The brief but significant swearing-in ceremony took place at the Council Chambers of the State House, Abuja, moments before the Federal Executive Council (FEC) meeting. The President urged the new appointees to bring their wealth of experience to bear, emphasizing measurable service delivery and results-oriented governance.
Who the New Ministers Are
Dr. Bernard Doro, who hails from Plateau State, replaces Prof. Nentawe Goshwe Yilwatda, elected National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in July 2025.
Dr. Doro is a multidisciplinary professional with a strong academic and leadership background. He holds a Bachelor of Pharmacy from the University of Jos, an LL.B in Law from University College London (UCL), an MBA in Information Technology and Business Strategy from the University of Leicester, and an MSc in Advanced Clinical Practice from Anglia Ruskin University.
He is currently pursuing a Doctorate in Business Administration and an MPhil in Leadership and Management at the Catholic University of Murcia, Spain.
A dedicated party stalwart, Dr. Doro previously served as the Financial Secretary of the All Progressives Congress (APC), United Kingdom Chapter. His appointment is viewed as an asset to the Federal Executive Council given his cross-sectoral expertise and global experience.
Dr. Kingsley Tochukwu Udeh (SAN), from Enugu State, was nominated to replace Uche Nnaji, who resigned on October 7, 2025. A legal luminary and governance reform advocate, Udeh holds a Bachelor of Laws (LL.B) degree from the University of Nigeria (2005) and was called to the Nigerian Bar in 2006.
He earned a Doctor of Laws (LL.D) in Public Law from Stellenbosch University, South Africa, and an LL.M in Public International Law from the University of Nottingham, United Kingdom.
President Bola Tinubu congratulates the newly sworn-in Minister of Innovation, Science and Technology, Dr Kingsley Tochukwu Udeh (SAN), in the State House, Abuja, Thursday, November 6, 2025
Before his ministerial nomination, Udeh served as the Attorney-General and Commissioner for Justice of Enugu State, where he spearheaded far-reaching judicial and governance reforms.
Traditional Rulers Laud Tinubu’s Choice
Traditional rulers in Enugu have commended President Tinubu for appointing Dr. Udeh, describing it as a mark of merit, excellence, and a source of pride for Enugu State.
In a statement issued on behalf of the Enugu State Council of Traditional Rulers, the Chairman, His Royal Majesty, Igwe Samuel Ikechukwu Asadu, Ochiliozuo I of Edem Ani in Nsukka Local Government Area, hailed the appointment as “a moment of pride for Enugu State and a clear signal of the Federal Government’s recognition of excellence.”
“We are delighted by the Senate’s confirmation and the President’s swift action in swearing in our son, Dr. Kingsley Udeh. His journey to this national office is a testimony to his tireless service, intellectual distinction, and unblemished character,” Igwe Asadu said.
The royal fathers thanked President Tinubu for entrusting such a sensitive national responsibility to Udeh, stressing that his inclusion reflects the President’s commitment to competence, inclusion, and integrity in governance.
Broader Reactions Across the Nation
In Plateau State, the Plateau Leadership Forum, through its Chairman Elder Simon Dashe, praised the President for ensuring balanced regional representation while prioritizing capacity.
“Dr. Bernard Doro and Dr. Kingsley Udeh represent a new generation of professionals whose expertise will strengthen national efficiency and policy innovation,” Elder Dashe remarked.
Similarly, Dr. Adaobi Nwokolo, a Lagos-based governance analyst, said the new ministers’ blend of legal, scientific, and managerial experience underscores Tinubu’s resolve to assemble a results-driven cabinet. Tinubu swears in 2 new ministers.
President Bola Tinubu congratulates the newly sworn-in Minister of Innovation, Science and Technology, Dr Kingsley Tochukwu Udeh (SAN), in the State House, Abuja, Thursday, November 6, 2025
“With their track records of service and scholarship, both men embody the President’s renewed hope vision,” Nwokolo added.
The Road Ahead
Political observers believe that the appointments reaffirm President Tinubu’s determination to enhance the quality of leadership within his cabinet. By selecting professionals of proven competence like Dr. Udeh and Dr. Doro, the President signals a strategic focus on governance efficiency, innovation, and national unity. Tinubu swears in 2 new ministers.
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