Dr. Kingsley Tochukwu Udeh, SAN is a distinguished Nigerian lawyer, academic, and public administrator who currently serves as the Honourable Minister of Innovation, Science and Technology of the Federal Republic of Nigeria.
He was appointed by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and confirmed by the Nigerian Senate in November 2025 to oversee the development and implementation of policies that promote science, technology, and innovation as key drivers of national growth and economic transformation.
Dr. Udeh is a Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN), a prestigious rank awarded to legal practitioners who have demonstrated exceptional excellence, integrity, and outstanding contribution to the legal profession. He has extensive experience in public law, constitutional law, administrative law, and policy development.
Prior to his ministerial appointment, he served as the Attorney-General and Commissioner for Justice, Enugu State, where he contributed to legal reforms and strengthening of justice administration.
Dr. Udeh holds a Bachelor of Laws (LL.B) from the University of Nigeria, Master of Laws (LL.M) in Public International Law from the University of Nottingham, United Kingdom, and a Doctor of Laws (LL.D) in Public Law from Stellenbosch University, South Africa. His academic research focuses on public procurement law and governance systems.
He is widely respected for his professionalism, strong analytical ability, and commitment to promoting innovation-driven development, transparency, and effective governance in Nigeria. Through his leadership, he continues to support initiatives that strengthen research, technological advancement, and institutional capacity for national development.