…nducts 785 newly recruited staff
By Abdullateef Bambgose
National Assembly, NASS, on Monday declared that democracy has stabilised in Nigeria, a development that made it recruit 785 staff from Grade Levels 8 to 12 in December last year.
Clerk to the National Assembly, CNA, Kamoru Ogunlana made the observation in his speech at the induction ceremony for the 785 newly recruited staff in Abuja.
Ogunlana, who was represented by the Deputy Clerk, Bashir Yero, said the stability of democracy in Nigeria without any threat of military intervention made the National Assembly to grow stronger as an institution within the last 26 years.
“Our democracy has continued to stabilise, with no threat of military intervention and the National Assembly as an institution has grown stronger, more professional and responsive to the needs of the Nigerian people,” he said.
The CNA told the newly recruited staff that they joined the service of the National Assembly at the most auspicious time, which requires deep commitment, productivity and professionalism as legislative staff.
“You are joining the Service at a most auspicious time. It is important to note that working in the National Assembly is a calling that demands much more than academic qualification or routine service.
“It requires a deep knowledge of legislative practice and procedures, high moral standards and strong personal discipline. To succeed as legislative staff, you must master the mission, vision and functions of the National Assembly.
“Be conversant with your civic duties, rights and privileges as public servants;
acquire and constantly update your knowledge on laws, rules and regulations that govern the National Assembly Service.
“Embrace technology and develop digital skills to keep pace with the modern demand of legislative work and above all,
remain loyal , diligent and committed to the Service of our country through this great institution,” he urged them.
He assured them that their welfare as staff of the National Assembly remains the utmost priority of the management under his leadership.
As part of efforts to reposition the entire workforce for better service delivery, the CNA had assured the over 3,000 legislative aides to 469 federal lawmakers of protection of their jobs and better remuneration.
