Ibrahim Atiku, a Sokoto-born technocrat, has been appointed as the Deputy Clerk to the National Assembly (DCNA), effective February 2, 2025.
The announcement was made in a letter dated December 19, 2024, signed by the Executive Chairman of the National Assembly Service Commission (NASC), Engr. Ahmed Kadi Ahmshi. The decision was reached during the 616th meeting of the Commission, recognizing Atiku’s outstanding “hard work” and “administrative competence.”
The letter read in part: “The National Assembly Service Commission, at its 616th Meeting held on Thursday, 19th December, 2024, approved your appointment as Deputy Clerk to the National Assembly with effect from 2nd February, 2025. This appointment is in recognition of your hard work and administrative competence. It is therefore expected that you will continue to uphold the confidence reposed in you. While congratulating you on your appointment to this exalted position, please accept assurances of our highest esteem.”
Born on June 1, 1970, in Sokoto State, Atiku holds a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting from Usman Dan Fodio University, Sokoto, and a Master’s degree in Legislative Studies. He also holds a Ph.D. in Legislative Studies, further showcasing his dedication to legislative work.
In addition to his academic credentials, Atiku is a fellow of the Nigerian Institute of Management. His extensive professional development included attending courses at internationally renowned institutions such as Harvard University, the JF Kennedy School of Government (USA), Duke University (USA), the National Institute for Legislative and Democratic Studies (NILDS), the West African Institute of Finance and Economic Management (WAIFEM), and RIPA International in the UK.
Prior to his appointment, Atiku served as the Director of Finance and Accounts at the House of Representatives within the National Assembly.
Atiku’s appointment followed the recent approval of Barr. Kamoru Ogunlana as the Clerk to the National Assembly (CNA). Both Ogunlana and Atiku will officially assume their roles on February 2, 2025, marking the retirement of the current officeholders.
