The National Assembly Service Commission (NASC) has appointed Mr. Emmanuel Odo as the new Acting Clerk to the Senate.
The decision was reached on Tuesday, September 16, 2025, during the Commission’s 10th meeting, according to a statement signed by Emmanuel Anyigor, Deputy Director of Information and spokesperson of the NASC.
Dr. Saviour Enyiekere, Executive Chairman of the Commission, confirmed the appointment in a letter personally signed by him. He explained that the appointment was made in line with Section 6(b) of the National Assembly Service Act, 2014.
“I write to inform you that the 6th Commission at its 10th Meeting held on Tuesday, 16th September, 2025, approved your appointment as Acting Clerk, Senate in the National Assembly w.e.f. from 16/09/2025.”
In the appointment letter, Dr. Enyiekere praised Odo for his dedication and administrative skills, noting that the Commission had confidence in his ability to serve at this higher capacity. He urged him to justify the trust reposed in him.
Background on Emmanuel Odo
Before his elevation, Mr. Odo served as the Deputy Clerk, Senate (Administration). His career within the National Assembly bureaucracy has been marked by steady progress, and colleagues describe him as a diligent officer who understands the inner workings of the legislature.
The position of Clerk to the Senate is critical in the smooth running of parliamentary business, as it involves overseeing records, legislative processes, and administrative coordination. Odo’s appointment places him at the heart of Nigeria’s legislative machinery.