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<h2>The Nigerian Senate has resumed its screening of ministerial nominees submitted by President Bola Tinubu. </h2>

The screening, initially set for Tuesday, October 29, was <a data-link-role-code="open_new_tab" href="https://www.pulse.ng/news/senate-to-screen-bianca-ojukwu-jumoke-other-ministerial-nominees-today/plcp0sc">postponed to ensure adequate preparations.</a> On Wednesday, October 30, at 1:10 pm, the upper legislative chamber officially commenced the process.

The list of nominees includes seven individuals, each brought forward to fill key roles within Tinubu's cabinet.

Leading the screening process was Dr. Nentawe Yilwatda from Plateau State, closely followed by notable figures such as Muhammadu Maigari Dingyadi, Bianca Odinaka Odumegwu-Ojukwu, Rt. Hon. Yusuf Abdullahi Ata, Idi Mukhtar Maiha, Dr. Jumoke Oduwole, and Suwaiba Said Ahmad.

“This screening is crucial to ensuring the best candidates assume these important roles,” a Senate spokesperson emphasised.

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The Senate’s role in confirming these candidates highlights its influence over the nation’s executive appointments, sparking discussions across political circles regarding the administration's future direction.

The screening of these nominees will continue to command public attention as the nominees face questions about their qualifications, experience, and visions for their potential portfolios.

The outcome of this screening will mark a significant step in shaping the new administration's trajectory, as each nominee brings a unique background to Tinubu's unfolding cabinet.

The Nigerian Senate has resumed its screening of ministerial nominees submitted by President Bola Tinubu.

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<h2>The Senate has postponed the scheduled screening of seven ministerial nominees appointed by President Bola Tinubu, citing the need for additional documentation time. </h2>

This decision was announced on Tuesday, October 29, with <a data-link-role-code="open_new_tab" href="https://www.pulse.ng/news/senate-to-screen-bianca-ojukwu-jumoke-other-ministerial-nominees-today/plcp0sc">the screening now set for Wednesday,</a> October 30, 2024, at 12 p.m.

The ministerial nominees include Bianca Ojukwu (Foreign Affairs), Nentawe Yilwatda (Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Reduction), Muhammadu Dingyadi (Labour and Employment), and Jumoke Oduwole (Industry, Trade and Investment).

Others awaiting screening are Idi Mukhtar Maiha (Livestock Development), Yusuf Ata (Housing and Urban Development), and Suwaiba Ahmad (State Education).

In a statement issued by Senator Basheer Lado, Special Adviser to the President on Senate Matters, the postponement was described as a necessary measure to ensure all nominees complete their pre-screening formalities.

“The scheduled screening of Ministerial Nominees has been postponed by the Senate,” the statement reads. “This is to allow all nominees to conclude all aspects of documentation and pre-screening exercises.”

Senator Lado highlighted that the delay aims to prevent procedural issues during the screening.

“Postponing the screening allows both the Senate and the nominees adequate time to ensure all documentation is in place,” he said, adding that the decision ensures a smoother vetting process.

With the new screening date set for the end of October, the Senate underscores its commitment to thorough evaluations as the nominees prepare to assume critical roles in the administration’s agenda.

The Senate has postponed the scheduled screening of seven ministerial nominees appointed by President Bola Tinubu, citing the need for additional documentation time.

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