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Mariam Yalwaji Katagum

b. 1954

Nigerian diplomat

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About Mariam Yalwaji Katagum

Born 1954. Mariam Yalwaji Katagum is a Nigerian politician.

Mariam Yalwaji Katagum (born November 18, 1954, Azare, Bauchi State), serves as Nigeria's Minister of State for Industry, Trade and Investment. Previously, Katagum was Ambassador, Permanent Delegate of Nigeria to UNESCO.

Education

In 1976, Mariam Y. Katagum obtained a Bachelor of Arts in English and a Graduate Certificate in Education at the Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria.

Career Katagum started her professional career with National Youth Service, at the Water Board, Jos. Starting from 2006 Katagum was supervising the National and International Partnership Division of the Federal Ministry of Education.

In July 2019, Katagum was nominated as a Minister of State for Industry, Trade and Investment from Bauchi state in Nigeria by the president Muhammadu Buhari. As a Minister of State for Industry, Trade and Investment, Katagum advocates implementation of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) as vital to achieving the gains which Nigeria stands to benefit.

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Important facts

Born
18 November 1954, Azare
Birth century
20th century
Occupation
Politician
Nationality
Nigeria
Education
Ahmadu Bello University, University of Lagos, University College London
Positions held
Minister of State for Industry, Trade and Investment

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Mariam Yalwaji Katagum?

Nigerian diplomat

When was Mariam Yalwaji Katagum born?

Mariam Yalwaji Katagum was born on 18 November 1954 in Azare.

What is Mariam Yalwaji Katagum's occupation?

Mariam Yalwaji Katagum is a politician.

What nationality is Mariam Yalwaji Katagum?

Mariam Yalwaji Katagum is Nigerian.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Mariam Yalwaji Katagum

· Wikidata: Q73590469

· DBpedia: Mariam Yalwaji Katagum

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