By Paul Effiong, Abuja
Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Benjamin Kalu has appointed Sam Hart as his new Chief of Staff.
This was contained in a press statement yesterday signed by his Chief Press Secretary Levinus Nwabughiogu.
According to the statement, Hart replaces Toby Okechukwu who was recently appointed Executive Director, Projects of the newly established South East Development Commission, SEDC.
It was gathered that prior to his appointment, Hart had served as Special Adviser to the Deputy Speaker on Public Affairs, adding that he has an extensive background in training and consultancy.
Hart also previously served as Director-General, Abia State Marketing and Quality Management Agency from 2019 to 2023 after occupying other appointive positions.
He, was also a member of the National Institute for Policy and Strategic Studies,
NIPPS, Kuru where he attended the Senior Executive Course 45, serving as Course Secretary-General.
He has also served on the boards of several corporate and non-governmental entities.
With this new appointment, Hart is expected to bring his wealth of knowledge and experience to his new office, with a distinguished career spanning law, leadership, and public service.
The statement said he holds multiple academic qualifications, including a Master’s Degree in Environmental Law (LLM) and a Bachelor’s Degree in Law (LLB) from Abia State University.
The new chief of staff is also pursuing a Doctorate Degree in Law, noting that he is a seasoned professional who has attended prestigious institutions such as GOTNI Leadership Centre, National Institute for Policy and Strategic Studies and the School of Politics, Policy and Governance.
He is also a member of several professional bodies, including the Chartered Institute of Directors of Nigeria, Nigerian Institute of Chartered Arbitrators and the Nigerian Bar Association.
As chief of staff, Hart will provide strategic guidance and support to the deputy speaker’s legislative activities, leveraging his expertise to drive policy initiatives.
