Buhari creates new minstries
You're referring to the recent cabinet reshuffle in Nigeria!
On August 21, 2021, President Muhammadu Buhari announced a major cabinet reshuffle, creating new ministries and reassigning portfolios to some ministers. Here are the key changes:
New Ministries:
- Ministry of Environment: Created from the former Ministry of Environment, which was merged with the Ministry of Housing and Urban Development.
- Ministry of Science, Technology, and Innovation: Created from the former Ministry of Science and Technology, which was merged with the Ministry of Innovation and Technology.
- Ministry of Industry, Trade, and Investment: Created from the former Ministry of Industry, Trade, and Investment, which was merged with the Ministry of Commerce and Industry.
Reassigned Portfolios:
- Minister of State for Environment: Hon. Sharon Ikeazor was reassigned from the Ministry of Women Affairs to the new Ministry of Environment.
- Minister of State for Science, Technology, and Innovation: Dr. Adeleke Mamora was reassigned from the Ministry of Health to the new Ministry of Science, Technology, and Innovation.
- Minister of State for Industry, Trade, and Investment: Amb. Mariam Katagum was reassigned from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs to the new Ministry of Industry, Trade, and Investment.
Other Changes:
- Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development: Dr. Mohammad Abubakar was reassigned from the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development to the Ministry of Federal Capital Territory (FCT).
- Minister of State for Education: Hon. Chukwuemeka Nwajiuba was reassigned from the Ministry of Education to the Ministry of State for Education.
These changes aim to streamline government operations, improve efficiency, and enhance the delivery of public services.