An Analysis by HallowMace Foundation Africa. President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s decision to forward a constitutional amendment bill to the National Assembly seeking the establishment of State Police marks one of the most significant security reform proposals in Nigeria’s democratic history. The proposal has reignited the national debate on whether decentralising policing powers is the solution…
The Senate has confirmed Bernard Doro as a minister of the Federal Republic of Nigeria following a brief screening session that lasted less than 30 minutes. Doro, who becomes the third ministerial nominee from Plateau State, used the opportunity to outline his vision for fostering an inclusive humanitarian ecosystem in the country. He promised to…
INTRODUCTION: The Dual Legacy Of A Historic Day. June 12 represents Nigeria’s most profound democratic paradox: a day commemorating the freest election in the nation’s history, won by Moshood Abiola, yet annulled by military autocracy. As Nigeria marks the 32nd anniversary of this watershed moment, HallowMace Foundation Africa examines whether the day serves merely as…
The House of Representatives wishes to inform the public and stakeholders of the rescheduling of the resumption date from the ongoing recess. Originally slated for Tuesday, April 16, 2024, the new resumption date is now set for Tuesday, April 23, 2024. According to a statement signed by the House Spokesman, Rt. Hon. Akin Rotimi (Jr),…
Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Benjamin Okezie Kalu has solicited the cooperative efforts of the World Trade Organization (WTO) in boosting the exportation of primary products from Nigeria and Africa in general. A statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Mr. Levinus Nwabughiogu stated that Kalu made the call, Monday, when he…
President Bola Tinubu is reportedly planning to declare a state of emergency in Rivers State due to the escalating political crisis in the state. The decision is expected to be announced soon, two presidency sources said on Tuesday morning. Tensions have risen between Governor Siminalayi Fubara and FCT Minister Nyesom Wike, as efforts to remove…
The Citizens Watch Africa (CWA) has lauded Dr Aminu Maida for his efforts towards improving the telecommunications sector since his appointment as the EVC/ CEO of the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC). At a press conference on Tuesday, the group said Maida has introduced commendable reforms that have boosted the confidence of stakeholders in the sector,…
A heated exchange erupted in the Senate on Thursday as Senate President Godswill Akpabio ordered the Sergeant-at-Arms to remove Senator Natasha Uduaghan, representing Kogi Central, from the chamber. The altercation stemmed from a report by Senate Chief Whip Mohammed Monguno, who informed the Senate that senator Natasha had refused to relocate to a new seat…
At about 1:40 p.m., just as senators returned from the closed-door meeting, Mr Dickson, a member of the opposition Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and former Bayelsa State governor, was seen walking out of the chamber, visibly angry. Although he did not publicly state the reason for his sudden exit from the chamber, it was apparent…
WELCOME BACK The HallowMace Foundation Africa gladly welcomes you back from your long recess. As you resume your sacred legislative duties, we urge you to direct your concerted efforts toward the critical national issues that profoundly impact the average Nigerian. *The State Of The Nation: An Urgent Call For Action* The Nigerian populace demonstrates remarkable…
