Rasheeda Yahaya
The Clerk of the House of Representatives, Dr. Yahaya Danzaria, on Thursday, December 4, 2025, received the “Legislative Administration Leadership Award” from the National Assembly New Media Forum in recognition of his visionary leadership and exemplary commitment to strengthening the administrative backbone of the National Assembly.
He described the honour as a meaningful milestone in his long career in public service.
Speaking at the presentation ceremony, Danzaria said he was “particularly happy” and “bursting with joy,” noting that although he often prefers to keep a low profile, he was humbled that his work had been noticed.
“I’m so happy and grateful. I do not take this honour for granted,” he said.
He recounted his extensive experience since joining the National Assembly, first as a legislative staff member and later rising through key departments, including Legal Services, Public Affairs, Finance and Supplies, and eventually serving as Director of Public Affairs.
Danzaria narrated how his early days in the institution were marked by confusion over his posting, leading to multiple reassignments before his appointment was regularized. He described this period as both “a legislative journey and a general public service adventure.”
His career saw him work closely with committees during constitutional transition periods, follow senior administrators as they advanced into new roles, and eventually undertake a diploma in journalism—an experience he said deepened his engagement with the media community.
Reflecting on his time overseeing public affairs, he highlighted the challenges of accommodating the growing number of journalists and influencers visiting the National Assembly.
“At the height of activities, between five and ten thousand people often came into the National Assembly for one business or another. This put pressure on our infrastructure, including internet services and workspaces,” he explained.
