President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Wednesday announced the appointment of seven new ministers, including Dr. Nentawe Yilwatda as the Minister of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Reduction.

Nentawe, known for his expertise in addressing grassroots challenges, is expected to play a crucial role in combating poverty and improving humanitarian efforts across the country.

Other appointees include Muhammadu Maigari Dingyadi, Minister of Labour and Employment; Bianca Odinaka Odumegwu-Ojukwu, Minister of State for Foreign Affairs; Dr. Jumoke Oduwole, Minister of Industry, Trade and Investment; Idi Mukhtar Maiha, Minister of Livestock Development; Yusuf Abdullahi Ata, Minister of State for Housing and Urban Development; and Suwaiba Said Ahmad, Minister of State for Education. All appointees will undergo Senate screening before officially assuming their roles.