President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved the appointment of Dr. Saviour Enyiekere as the Chairman of the National Assembly Service Commission (NASC), a move aimed at strengthening the administration of Nigeria’s legislative body.
This was disclosed in a statement by the Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, on Thursday.
Dr. Enyiekere, an environmental specialist and former Deputy Chief of Staff to the Senate President, will serve a renewable five-year term in his new role.
Additional Appointments
Alongside the chairman’s appointment, President Tinubu also approved the selection of 12 commission members, with two representatives drawn from each of Nigeria’s six geopolitical zones. The appointed members are:
- North West: Suleiman Othman Hunkuyi and Hon. Yusuf A. Yusuf Tabuka
- North East: Aminu Ibrahim Malle and Alhaji Lawan Maina Mahmud
- North Central: Mark Hanmation Tersoo and Salihu Umar Agboola Balogun
- South West: Hon. Taiwo Olukemi Oluga and Hon. Afeez Ipeza-Balogun
- South East: Hon. Dr. Nnanna Uzor Kalu and Festus Ifesinachi Odii
- South-South: Patrick A. Giwa and Mrs. Mary Ekpenyong
Like the chairman, the newly appointed members will also serve a renewable five-year term.
Significance of the Appointments
The NASC plays a critical role in overseeing the administrative functions of the National Assembly, ensuring the smooth operation of legislative activities.
President Tinubu’s appointments reflect his commitment to enhancing governance and ensuring that key democratic institutions are led by experienced and capable individuals.
- Let me know if you need any modifications!
