Group Calls On Tinubu To Address Appointment Of NASS Clerk

A Civil Society Organisation, Concerned Nigerian Youths,has called on President Bola Tinubu,to Address what it considers as injustice in the appointment of the Clerk of the National Assembly.

This was made known in an open letter to the president, signed by the National Secretary of the organisation, Comrade Muhammad Sadiq.

Sadiq, emphasised the need for due process to be followed in the appointment of the Clerk of the National Assembly.

“We write to you as concerned Nigerian youths, deeply disturbed by the disgraceful and unjust activities unfolding within the National Assembly Service Commission (NASC) regarding the appointment of the Clerk of the National Assembly.

“This ongoing injustice threatens to undermine the stability, credibility, and future of our nation’s legislative institution, and it is high time for the presidency to take decisive action to correct this alarming trend.

“For years, the NASC has consistently followed a well-founded, honorable tradition of promoting the most senior staff to the office of the Clerk whenever there is a vacancy. This established protocol has ensured a seamless transition of leadership, fostered a healthy working environment within the National Assembly, and avoided unnecessary political disputes.

“Yet, despite this proven model of succession, the NASC has now inexplicably decided to abandon this merit-based standard. Rather than appointing the most senior and deserving staff member, the NASC management has shamefully chosen to disregard his eligibility.

“This deviation from tradition is a slap in the face to our democratic values and a calculated move that risks plunging the National Assembly into unnecessary discord.

“Our independent investigation has also revealed disturbing allegations of bribery and undue influence, implicating certain leaders within the National Assembly who are said to have accepted bribes to distort the established order.

“Such blatant disregard for due process not only erodes public trust but also casts a dark shadow on the integrity of our legislative system. This shameful attempt to impose an undeserving candidate at the helm of the National Assembly jeopardizes the stability and credibility of our legislative institution—a foundational pillar of our democracy.

“Your Excellency, we strongly urge you to intervene and put an end to this travesty. This is not only a matter of one man’s career; it is a matter of preserving the integrity, equity, and fairness that should define Nigeria’s democratic institutions. We call on you to uphold justice and to remind those in power that their positions are held in trust for the Nigerian people.

“This moment requires firm and principled leadership—qualities that Nigerians expect from you as our President and Commander-in-Chief. We urge you to act swiftly to halt this injustice, to demand accountability from the NASC management, and to ensure that the rightfully deserving candidate is appointed Clerk of the National Assembly.

“History will judge the actions,or inactions taken today. It is within your power to safeguard the legacy of justice, fairness, and order in our nation’s most significant legislative institution. We are counting on you to fulfill this solemn duty to Nigeria and her people.” The letter reads.