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Ministerial Inauguration: Buhari assigns Defence, Agric to Kano
Maude Rabiu Gwadabe
President Muhammadu Buhari has assigned the ministries of Defence and Agriculture to the two nominees from Kano state.
KANO TODAY reports that Bashir Salihi Magashi, a retired general in the Nigerian Army received the Defence portfolio while renowned farmer Muhammadu Sabo Nanono has been assigned to the Ministry of Agriculture.
Both nominees were inaugurated on Wednesday morning along with 41 others.
Mr Buhari retained the Ministry of Petroleum to himself.
Buhari nominates Sabo Nanono, Bashir Magashi as ministers
He also created new ministries such as Police Affairs and Humanitarian Services.
The full list of ministers and their ministries:
- President Muhammadu Buhari – Minister of Petroleum
- Mohammed Musa Bello – Adamawa State – Minister of Federal Capital Territory, FCT
- Godswill Akpabio – Akwa Ibom State – Minister of Niger Delta
- Chris Ngige – Anambra State – Minister Labour and Employment
- Sharon Ikeazor – Anambra State – Minister of Environment
- Adamu Adamu — Bauchi State – Minister of Education
- Ambassador Maryam Katagum – Bauchi State – Minister of State Industry
- Timipre Sylva – Bayelsa State – Minister of State for Petroleum
- George Akume – Benue State – Minister of Special Duties
- Mustapha Baba Shehuri – Borno State – Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development
- Goddy Jedy Agba – Cross River State – Minister of State, Power
- Festus Keyamo – Delta State – Minister of State, for Niger Delta
- Ogbonnaya Onu – Ebonyi State – Minister of Science and Technology
- Osagie Ehanire — Edo State – Minister of Health
- Clement Ike – Edo State — Minister of State for Budget
- Richard Adeniyi Adebayo – Ekiti State – Minister of Industry, Trade and Investment
- Geoffrey Onyeama – Enugu State – Minister of Foreign Affairs
- Ali Isa Pantami – Gombe State – Minister of Communication
- Emeka Nwajiuba – Imo State – Minister of State for Education
- Suleiman Adamu – Jigawa State – Minister of Water Resources
- Zainab Ahmed – Kaduna State – Minister of Finance
- Muhammad Mahmood – Kaduna State – State Environment
- Sabo Nanono – Kano State – Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development
- Bashir Salihi Magashi – Kano State – Minister of Defence
- Hadi Sirika – Katsina State – Minister of Aviation
- Abubakar Malami – Kebbi State – Minister of Justice/Attorney General of the Federation
- Ramatu Tijjani – Kogi State – Minister of State, Federal Capital Territory (FCT)
- Lai Mohammed – Kwara State – Minister of Information and Culture
- Gbemisola Saraki – Kwara State – Minister of State, Transportation
- Babatunde Fashola – Lagos State – Minister of Works and Housing
- Adeleke Mamora – Lagos State – Minister of State for Health
- Mohammed H. Abdullahi – Nasarawa State – Minister of State, Science and Technology
- Zubair Dada – Niger State – Minister of State, Foreign Affairs
- Olamilekan Adegbite – Ogun State – Minister of Mines and Steel Development
- Tayo Alasoadura – Ondo State – Minister of State, Labour and Employment
- Rauf Aregbesola – Osun State – Minister Interior
- Sunday Dare – Oyo State – Minister of Youth and Sports
- Paulen Tallen – Plateau State – Minister of Women Affairs
- Rotimi Amaechi – Rivers State – Minister of Transportation
- Maigari Dingyadi – Sokoto State – Minister of Police Affairs
- Sale Mamman – Taraba State – Minister of Power
- Abubakar D. Aliyu – Yobe State – Minister of State, Works and Housing
- Sadiya Umar Faruk – Zamfara State – Minister of Humanitarian Affairs, Disaster Management
- Dr. Ikechukwu Ogah – Abia State – Minister of State Mines and Steel
Nasiru Yusuf Ibrahim
The Director General of the Telecommunications Regulatory Board (ART) of the Republic of Cameroon, Philemon Zoo Zame, on Wednesday visited the headquarters of the [Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) in Abuja for a benchmarking exercise aimed at strengthening regulatory collaboration and knowledge sharing between both countries.
KANO FOCUS reports that during the visit, the Cameroonian telecom regulator met with the Executive Vice Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of NCC, Aminu Maida.
A statement issued by Ayiabari A. Kigbara, Manager, Media Relations, Public Affairs Department of the NCC, said the engagement focused on exchanging ideas and best practices in telecommunications regulation, with emphasis on enhancing efficiency and development within the sector.
Nasiru Yusuf Ibrahim
Dangote Petroleum Refinery and Petrochemicals Limited has announced that its ex-depot price of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) remains unchanged, reaffirming its commitment to stability in Nigeria’s domestic energy market.
In a statement issued by Esan Sunday, Head of Media Relations, Branding and Communication, the company said sustaining the current price reflects its efforts to cushion the broader economy against external shocks. It noted that by absorbing prevailing cost pressures, the refinery is helping to moderate inflationary risks, promote energy affordability, and ensure uninterrupted fuel supply amid ongoing global uncertainties.
The company reiterated its dedication to the steady supply of high-quality petroleum products to the Nigerian market, while aligning with national objectives of price stability and energy security.
It also urged the public to rely solely on official communications from the refinery for accurate and up-to-date information regarding its operations and pricing.
Nasiru Yusuf Ibrahim
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has congratulated Alhaji Murtala Sule Garo on his emergence as the Deputy Governor of Kano State following his swearing-in on Tuesday.
KANO FOCUS reports that Garo was sworn in by Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf after being nominated to fill the vacancy created by the resignation of former deputy governor, Comrade Aminu Abdulsalam.
In a statement issued by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, the President described Garo’s appointment as a positive step toward strengthening unity within the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Kano State.
The President noted that the 48-year-old politician has held several public offices, including Chairman of Kabo Local Government Area and Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs during the administration of former governor Abdullahi Umar Ganduje. He also served as the APC governorship running mate in the 2023 general elections.
Tinubu commended Governor Yusuf for the appointment, urging political stakeholders in the state to rally behind the administration to ensure stability and progress.
He also called on the new deputy governor to work closely with the governor in delivering effective leadership and accelerating development in Kano State.
The President wished Garo success in his new role.
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