President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has forwarded the name of Dr. Bernard Doro as ministerial nominee to the Senate for screening and confirmation.
Dr Doro’s nomination followed the election of Prof. Nentawe Goshwe Yilwatda as the National chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in July, 2025.
Prof Yilwatda was Minister of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Reduction.
Born on January 23, 1969, in Kwall, Bassa LGA of Plateau State, Dr Doro has over 20 years of multidisciplinary experience in clinical practice, pharmaceutical management, strategic leadership, and community engagement in the United Kingdom and Nigeria.
Doro has degrees in Pharmacy and law, an MBA focusing on IT-driven business strategy, and a Master’s in Advanced Clinical Practice.
He is an Independent Prescriber and Advanced Clinical Practitioner with NHS frontline experience across urgent care, walk-in centres, GP practices, and hospital settings.
Doro has also led youth mentorship and social impact initiatives in the diaspora and local communities.
