Senate Confirms Dr Abdullahi Saidu as FRC Chairman

The Senate confirmed the appointment of Dr Abdullahi Saidu as Chairman of the Fiscal Responsibility Commission (FRC) on October 28, alongside six other nominees for its governing board. The confirmation followed the presentation and adoption of the Senate Committee on Finance's report during plenary.

The confirmed members include Mohammed Asma’u Mai-Eka (North-West), Mohammed Makama (North-Central), Suleiman Gidado (North-East), Louis Ndukwe (South-South), Amaechi Ugwele (South-East), and Olaniyi Onikola (South-West). Senator Lere Oyewumi, Deputy Chairman of the committee, stated that the nominees underwent thorough screening due to the commission's sensitive responsibilities in promoting fiscal discipline and accountability.

Saidu has significant experience in revenue administration and governance reform, having previously worked at the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission, where he chaired a sensitive committee. The committee also noted the professional backgrounds of the other nominees, particularly highlighting Makama's 28 years of service in the Legal Department of Nigeria Liquefied Natural Gas.