JUST IN: Tinubu Appoints Ifesinachi, 12 Others

 

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has announced the appointment of 13 distinguished individuals into the National Assembly Service Commission (NASC) for a five-year renewable term.

Leading the new commission is Dr. Saviour Enyiekere, an environmental specialist and former Deputy Chief of Staff to the Senate President, who will serve as Chairman.

The announcement, conveyed through a statement by the Special Adviser to the President on Information & Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, also outlined that the President approved the appointment of two members each from Nigeria’s six geopolitical zones.

Full List of NASC Appointees

North West

  • Suleiman Othman Hunkuyi
  • Hon. Yusuf A. Yusuf Tabuka

North East

  • Aminu Ibrahim Malle
  • Alhaji Lawan Maina Mahmud

North Central

  • Mark Hanmation Tersoo
  • Salihu Umar Agboola Balogun

South West

  • Hon. Taiwo Olukemi Oluga
  • Hon. Afeez Ipeza-Balogun

South East

  • Hon. Dr. Nnanna Uzor Kalu
  • Festus Ifesinachi Odii

South South

  • Patrick A. Giwa
  • Mrs. Mary Ekpenyong

The National Assembly Service Commission plays a crucial role in overseeing the appointment, promotion, and discipline of staff within the National Assembly bureaucracy.

This strategic move is expected to strengthen legislative operations, enhance administrative efficiency, and reinforce the smooth functioning of Nigeria’s legislative arm.

With these appointments, President Tinubu continues to demonstrate his commitment to ensuring experienced and capable hands drive the country’s governance forward.

What This Means for Nigeria’s Legislative Framework

The new appointees, drawn from diverse professional and political backgrounds, are expected to bring innovative reforms to the operations of the National Assembly. Their collective experience will play a vital role in fostering effective legislative support services, thereby enhancing the overall governance structure in Nigeria.

The swearing-in ceremony and official inauguration of the new commission members are expected to take place soon.

Stay tuned for further updates.


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