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NewsJamal appointed to Information Commissioner post
Abdul Azeez Jamal Aboobakuru has been reappointed as Information Commissioner despite legal concerns regarding his eligibility for a second term. Critics highlight his past record of dismissing over half of RTI cases and introducing restrictive forms. The appointment faces backlash from advocates amid growing government transparency issues.
NewsQuestions over eligibility of ex-Information Commissioner
Legal experts are questioning Abdul Azeez Jamal Aboobakuru’s eligibility for a second term as Information Commissioner, citing laws that limit the role to a single five-year term. Critics also raise concerns over his recent political ties and past performance, while Parliament faces backlash for a very brief public complaint window.