NATIONAL ASSEMBLY SERVICE COMMISSION ACT
Act · Governance
An Act establishes the National Assembly Service Commission to manage the employment, promotion, and discipline of staff. It targets administrative and technical staff of the National Assembly. The act ensures efficient and professional management to support legislative effectiveness.
NATIONAL ASSEMBLY SERVICE COMMISSION ACT
What Is This Policy?
An Act establishing the National Assembly Service Commission (NASC) to manage the employment, promotion, and discipline of staff of the National Assembly (as distinct from elected legislators).
Who Does It Target?
National Assembly administrative and technical staff The National Assembly Clerk and Deputy Clerks Persons applying for positions in the National Assembly The Clerk of the National Assembly
What Does It Aim to Achieve?
Ensure efficient and professional management of National Assembly staff, independent of executive interference, to support the legislature's effectiveness.
Key Features
Staff Management: NASC appoints, promotes, and disciplines all National Assembly staff below the level of Clerk. Independence: NASC operates independently of the executive branch, preserving legislative independence. Conditions of Service: Determines salaries, allowances, and conditions of service for National Assembly staff. Accountability: Commission members are appointed by the President subject to Senate confirmation.
Current Status
Rollout Stage: Active Coverage: National Assembly secretariat staff Beneficiaries: National Assembly effectiveness; democratic governance Funding: National Assembly budget
How to Access
Apply for National Assembly staff positions through NASC-advertised vacancies Staff grievances handled through NASC disciplinary process Application method: Apply through NASC when positions are advertised.
Official Resources
Website: https://www.nass.gov.ng Contact: National Assembly Service Commission (NASC)
Legal Framework
Enacted under Section 4 of the 1999 Constitution. Operates under the Third Schedule to the 1999 Constitution establishing the National Assembly Service Commission, the National Assembly (Powers and Privileges) Act, and the Public Service Rules applicable to federal legislative staff.