President Muhammadu Buhari has nominated Mr Muazu Sambo as a minister-designate from Taraba State.
Mr Sambo is to replace the former Minister of Power, Sale Mamman, who was sacked in September, along with Sabo Nanono, ex-agriculture minister.
Buhari’s letter seeking the confirmation of the nominee was read by Senate President Ahmad Lawan at the commencement of plenary on Tuesday