NASS
The National Assembly of Nigeria
Embodying the principles of democracy, representation, and the rule of law, ensuring that the voices of Nigerians are heard.
ABOUT NASS
The National Assembly is committed to upholding democracy through lawmaking, representation, and oversight, Since 1999.
The National Assembly serves as the legislative arm of the Federal Government of Nigeria, established under Section 4 of the 1999 Constitution. It embodies the principles of democracy, representation, and the rule of law, ensuring that the voices of Nigerians are heard and reflected in national legislation.
Nigeria operates a bicameral legislature comprising two chambers:
The Senate (Red Chamber): Consists of 109 Senators, with each of the 36 states represented by three Senators, and one Senator representing the Federal Capital Territory.
The House of Representatives (Green Chamber): Comprises 360 members, each representing a federal constituency. The number of constituencies per state varies based on population size.
MISSION & VISION STATEMENT
NASS Vision: To be a professional, proactive, efficient and effective bureaucracy of the legislature.
NASS Mission: To build a capable, disciplined and motivated workforce that will leverage on well developed human resources and modern technology to render excellent support services to the legislature.
NASS MANAGEMENT
Ensuring the smooth operation and administrative efficiency of the National Assembly.
The National Assembly is guided by a dedicated management team that ensures the smooth operation of its legislative, administrative, and strategic functions. From the Clerk of the National Assembly to the Secretaries overseeing vital directorates, this team provides professional support, continuity, and coordination across both chambers—enabling the legislature to function effectively and uphold democratic governance.
FUNCTIONS
Lawmaking
Enacting legislation for the peace, order, and good governance of the federation.
Oversight
Monitoring and supervising the activities of the executive branch and its agencies.
Representation
Articulating and advocating for the interests and concerns of constituents.
Appropriation
Approving the national budget and expenditures.
MANAGEMENT TEAM
Kamoru OGUNLANA
Designation: Clerk to the National Assembly (CNA) Directorate: Office of the Clerk to the National Assembly
Bashir Yero
Designation: Deputy Clerk of the National Assembly (DCNA) Directorate: Office of the CNA
Andrew O. Nwoba
Designation: Clerk, Senate Directorate: Senate Directorate
Rawlings Agada
Designation: Deputy Clerk, Legislative Directorate: Senate Directorate
Emmanuel Odo
Designation: Deputy Clerk, Admin Directorate: Senate Directorate
Dr ali barde umarou
Designation: Secretary, Admin Directorate: Research & Information
Yahaya DANZARIA
Designation: Clerk, House of Rep Directorate: House of Reps
Florence K. AMOS
Designation: Deputy Clerk (Legislative) Directorate: House of Reps
Vivian NJEMANZE
Designation: Deputy Clerk (Admin)
Directorate: House of Reps
Dr. Abubakar ALKALI
Designation: Secretary Directorate: Human Resources & Staff Development
Clement INYANG
Designation: Secretary
Directorate: Finance & Accounts
Navati ILIYA
Designation: Secretary
Directorate: Legal Services
Dr. Bashir HAMZA
Designation: Secretary
Directorate: Health Services
Dr. Obasi UKOHA
Designation: Secretary
Directorate: legislative Budget and Planning
Eyo E. ESSIEN
Designation: Secretary
Directorate: Zonal Liason Offices
Okon B. Ekpenyong
Designation: Secretary
Directorate: Inter Parliamentary Relations & Protocol
mofoluwake Ogunbayo
Designation: Secretary
Directorate: Parliamentary Security & Special Duties
Dr. Ali B. Umoru
Designation: Secretary
Directorate: Research and Information
Engr. Baba S. Liman
Designation: Secretary
Directorate: Estate and Works