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Enioluwa Adeniyi
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The Presidency has praised the Senate for its swift and diligent handling of the recent ministerial screening process, commending Senate President, Godswill Akpabio and his colleagues for their professionalism.
In a statement released on Thursday by the Special Adviser to the President on Senate Matters, Senator Basheer Lado, the Presidency highlighted the Senate’s prompt confirmation of the seven ministerial nominees as a significant stride in advancing President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s objectives for the nation.
According to the statement, the efficient confirmation process demonstrated the Senate’s commitment to supporting the President’s vision for national development.
He said, “The Office of the Special Adviser to the President on Senate Matters has commended the President of the Senate, Dr. Godswill Akpabio, GCON, for his uncommon professionalism in steering the screening exercise of the seven ministerial nominees.
“The Office also acknowledged the leadership of the Senate and the distinguished senators for the prompt and thorough confirmation process in actualising Mr President’s vision.
“The Office also commends President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, on the quality of ministers he has selected, as it underscores the President’s commitment to addressing Nigeria’s pressing needs and driving economic revitalization.
“The ministers were carefully chosen based on expertise, wealth of knowledge and extensive experience, equipping them to make impactful changes across key sectors.
“The appointment of these ministers demonstrates President Tinubu’s responsiveness to the aspirations of Nigerians and his commitment to delivering the dividends of democracy to the citizenry.
“This selection also reflects President Tinubu’s dedication to fostering national unity, peaceful co-existence, and social harmony, building a foundation for a more vibrant and inclusive Nigeria.”
The Senate on Wednesday confirmed Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu as Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, Dr. Jumoke Oduwole as Minister of Industry, Trade, and Development, Dr. Nentawe Yilwatda as Minister of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Reduction, and Muhammadu Dingyadi as Minister of Labour and Employment.
The chamber also confirmed Idi Muktar Maiha as Minister of Livestock Development, Yusuf Ata as Minister of State for Housing, and Dr. Suwaiba Said Ahmad as Minister of State for Education.
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