Dr. Mariya Mahmoud Bunkure, MBBS, MPH, MWACP, FMCFM
Minister of State for Federal Capital Territory
All Progressives Congress Kano State
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Dr. Mariya Mahmoud Bunkure, a consultant family physician and public health specialist, is Minister of State for the Federal Capital Territory. Previously Commissioner for Higher Education in Kano State, she is known for her background in healthcare and education, and advocates social development with focus on children, vulnerable groups, and interfaith harmony. Appointed in 2023 under President Tinubu’s administration, she oversees basic services, social welfare, and primary health across FCT communities.
Education
- Bunkure Primary School; Arabic Secondary School, Tudun Wada Dankade; Government Girls Science Secondary School, Garko
- College of Art & Remedial Studies, Kano State (IJMB, direct entry to Bayero University)
- MBBS, Bayero University Kano (2005)
- Member of West African College of Physicians and Fellow of Family Medicine (consultant family physician)
- Holds MPH (Master of Public Health)
Professional Background
- Medical house officer at Murtala Specialist Hospital, Kano; NYSC at National Metallurgical Development Centre, Jos
- Residency at Aminu Kano Teaching Hospital; consultant family physician
- Appointed Commissioner for Higher Education, Kano State (2019–2023) under Governor Ganduje
- Appointed Minister of State for FCT (2023–present)
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