President Buhari names Anthony Ayine as new Auditor General

President Muhammadu Buhari has nominated Anthony Mkpe Ayine to be considered and confirmed by the Nigerian Senate as the Auditor General of the Federation, The Nation reports.

In a letter by the president to the Senate President, Bukola Saraki on Tuesday, December, 13, Buhari noted: “In line with this constitutional requirement, the Federal Civil Service Commission has recommended Mr. Anthony Mkpe Ayine for appointment as the Auditor-General for the Federation. The Curriculum Vitae of Mr. A. M. Ayine is herewith attached.”

President Buhari added: “I have accepted this recommendation and hereby present the nomination of Mr. Anthony Mkpe Ayine for confirmation by the Senate.

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“While hoping that this request will receive the usual expeditious consideration of the Distinguished Senators, please accept, Mr. Senate President, the assurances of my highest regards.”

Recall that President Buhari approved new appointments in 13 federal government agencies.

This was contained in a statement issued by the director (press) ) in the Office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Bolaji Adebiyi.

Source: Legit.ng