Prof. Nentawe Goshwe Yilwatda, the new APC National Chairman.

 

Born: August 8, 1968, Dungung, Kanke LGA, Plateau State, Nigeria.

- Family: Son of the late Rev. and Mrs. Toma Yilwatda.

- Education:

  - B.Sc. in Electrical/Electronic Engineering, Federal University of Agriculture, Makurdi (1992).

  - Master’s degree, Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University, Bauchi.

  - PhD in Digital Systems Engineering, University of Nigeria, Nsukka.

- Career:

  - Lecturer and community development expert at Federal University of Agriculture, Makurdi.

  - Over 29 years as a consultant for international development partners, public, and private sectors.

  - ICT Director, Federal University of Agriculture, Makurdi (12 years).

  - Resident Electoral Commissioner, Benue State (July 2017–December 2021).

  - State Coordinator, Tinubu/Shettima Campaign Organisation (2023 elections).

- Political Roles:

  - APC Governorship Candidate, Plateau State (2023 elections).

  - Appointed Minister of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Reduction (October 23, 2024).

  - APC National Chairman

 (July 24, 2025 - ).