President Bola Tinubu has sworn in Muttaqha Darma as Minister of Housing and Urban Development at the State House in Abuja. Darma, from Katsina State, was confirmed by the Senate and replaces Ahmed Dangiwa, who recently resigned. Tinubu congratulated the new minister, saying, "You have a very rich and interesting background. As a leader, we need competent hands like yours." Darma holds a PhD in Industrial Engineering and a Doctor of Business Administration.
Key Points:
- Darma previously served as Executive Secretary of the Petroleum Technology Development Fund (2008-2012).
- He was Commissioner for Works, Housing, and Transport in Katsina State.
- He is a member of the Nigerian Society of Engineers.
- He has lectured at Bayero University, Kano.
- He replaces Ahmed Dangiwa in the cabinet reshuffle.
Sources: Channels TV
