FEC Takes Key Decision as Tinubu Announces Second Cabinet, Details Surface
- President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has merged the ministry of tourism with the ministry of culture and creative economy
- The FEC approved the merger, according to Bayo Onanuga, President Tinubu's special adviser on information and strategy
- Legit.ng reports that the decision was taken today, Wednesday, October 23, at the meeting of FEC in Abuja
Legit.ng journalist, Ridwan Adeola Yusuf, has over 9 years of experience covering public affairs and governance.
FCT, Abuja - The federal executive council (FEC) has approved the merger of the ministry of tourism with the ministry of culture and creative economy.
This is according to a statement by Bayo Onanuga, President Bola Tinubu's special adviser on information and strategy.
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The top presidential aide said the decision was taken on Wednesday, October 23, at the FEC meeting in Abuja.
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Second cabinet of President Tinubu
Legit.ng reports that the second cabinet of President Tinubu consists of 40 ministers he previously appointed following the 2023 elections.
Seven new ministers were added.
Legit.ng reports that subject to federal lawmakers' assent, the ministers will be sworn in by President Tinubu.
About ministry of culture
The ministry of arts, culture, and creative economy was saddled with undertaking a wide range of roles and responsibilities to achieve its mission and vision.
These include safeguarding and documenting Nigeria's traditional customs, languages, art, and artefacts.
Hannatu Musa Musawa, from Katsina state, headed the ministry.
Role of ministry of tourism
For the tourism ministry, the presidency expected that it would identify, develop, preserve, document, and promote Nigeria's tourism resources.
The provision of sustainable tourism practices that benefit local communities was also top of its responsibilities.
Lola Ade-John was the minister of tourism.
Clark kicks as Tinubu scraps ministry
Earlier, Legit.ng reported that Edwin Clark, convener of Pan Niger Delta Forum (PANDEF), said the people of the south-south region reject the scrapping of the ministry of Niger Delta affairs.
The elder statesman accused the Tinubu-led government of plans to use the money from the south-south geo-political zones to develop the various newly-established development commissions from the geo-political zones.
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