NASC flayed for endorsing divisive appointments, betraying lack of experience

The National Assembly Service Commission has been criticised for its recent appointments, which stakeholders and staff members have described as divisive, shambolic, and unrealistic.

The newly appointed officers in the House of Representatives and the Senate have been accused of being selected based on their religious affiliations, rather than merit or experience.

One of the major concerns is that none of the three new officers appointed to the House of Representatives has legislative or chamber experience.

This lack of understanding of how the House works, as feared, might hinder their ability to effectively perform their duties.

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Stakeholders are questioning the commission’s due diligence in selecting candidates for these critical positions.

The appointments have also been criticised for creating a clear division in the operations of the National Assembly.

The officers appointed to the House of Representatives are reportedly all from one faith-based belief, while those appointed to the Senate are from another.

This perceived division has sparked concerns about the impact on the institution’s credibility and effectiveness.

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Stakeholders and staff members are calling on the commission to retrace its steps and consider more qualified and experienced candidates.

They warn that the commission’s actions will lead to a lack of respect for the institution and undermine its effectiveness.

The commission’s trajectory is seen as an improvement over the previous one, but stakeholders are urging it to do better and prioritize merit and experience in its appointments.

The National Assembly Service Commission, analysts contend, must take immediate action to address these concerns and demonstrate its commitment to upholding the principles of merit and experience in its appointments.

They say that the institution’s credibility and effectiveness depend on it.