NASC Appoints Atiku Ibrahim as National Assembly Deputy Clerk

By: Anayo Akwitti

The National Assembly Service Commission (NASC) has appointed Atiku Ibrahim as the substantive Deputy Clerk to the National Assembly.

According to a statement released by NASC and signed by the Executive Chairman of the Commission, Engr. Ahmed Kadi Amshi, dated 19 December 2024, said the appointment is effective from 2nd February 2025.

The letter stated that the appointment is in recognition of his hard work and administrative competence, urging him to continue to uphold the confidence reposed on him.

The letter read in part, “The National Assembly Service Commission at its 616th meeting held on Thursday 19th December 2024, approved your appointment as Deputy Clerk to the National Assembly, effective from 2nd February 2025”.

Before this promotion, Atiku served as the Director, Finance and Account, House of Representatives. Atiku, a graduate of Usman Dan Fodio University, Sokoto, and fellow Nigerian Institute of Management. Atiku also obtained Masters degrees in legislative studies as well as a Ph.D. in legislative studies.

He also attended various courses home and abroad, among them are, the Nationall Institute for Legislative and Democratic Studies (NILDS), Harvard University, USA, JF Kennedy School of Government USA, Duke University USA, West African Institute of Finance and Economic management, (WAIFEM), Harvard Business School USA, RIPA International UK. among others.

Prior to his appointment, Atiku served as Director of Finance, where he demonstrated exceptional dedication and leadership, distinguishing himself through meritorious service.