The Senate has unanimously passed a groundbreaking bill that mandates life imprisonment for anyone found guilty of defiling a minor, with no option for fines. This decisive move marks a significant step towards protecting the rights and safety of children across the nation. The proposal which is part of sweeping amendments to the Criminal Code…
Nigeria’s electoral timetable is set for a major shake-up as the National Assembly proposes that the 2027 presidential and governorship elections be held in November 2026 — six months before the end of the current administration’s tenure. The move, which forms part of the Electoral Act (Amendment) Bill 2025, aims to allow all election litigations…
Senate President Godswill Akpabio on Thursday cautioned against framing Nigeria’s security crisis along religious lines, insisting that terrorists and bandits target Nigerians indiscriminately, regardless of faith. Akpabio spoke during plenary in Abuja while contributing to a motion on alleged religious persecution of Christians in Nigeria, which followed a debate on reports that some foreign…
October 8, 2025 The HallowMace Foundation Africa, a non-governmental organization dedicated to promoting accountability, good governance, and transparency in public service, writes to express profound concern regarding the recent resignation of Hon. Geoffrey Uche Nnaji as Minister of Innovation, Science and Technology over allegations of certificate forgery. This development has raised serious questions about the…
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…
The attention of the Office of the Clerk to the National Assembly has been drawn to widespread media reports and public commentary concerning the suspension of Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, her attempt to resume legis ative dutics. and the subsequent correspondence from her legal representatives, M. J. Numa & Partners L.LP,. In light of these developments,…
By Anderson Osiebe *O! Ukana’s Illustrious Son!* *Akwa Ibom’s Shining Light!* *Nigerian Senate’s Sturdy Anchor!* We rise with one voice to celebrate your transformative leadership, Distinguished Senator Godswill Obot Akpabio, GCON. Your stewardship as President of the 10th Senate has been nothing short of revolutionary, a masterclass in legislative excellence, strategic governance, and unwavering commitment…
HALLOWMACE FOUNDATION AFRICA, Abuja, Nigeria (Advocating Equity, Governance, and Justice ) *DATE:* July 25, 2025 Call for Dialogue: HallowMace Foundation Urges Resolution On National Assembly Access Concerns HallowMace Foundation Africa, a nonpartisan advocate for governance equity, issues this statement regarding recent developments at Nigeria’s National Assembly. We encourage constructive dialogue to resolve the current…
Audit report : Senate clarifies stance on N210trillion …. says unaccounted for and not stolen by NNPC …Insists on appearance of Ojulari before it. The Senate through its committee on Public Accounts , clarified on Thursday that the N210trillion financial infraction raised against the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited ( NNPCL) , in the audit…
The Senate has disclosed that it would kick off its public hearing on the review of the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, 1999 (as amended) in Lagos on Friday, aimed at subjecting proposals for the creation of 18 additional local governments, establishment of state police and far-reaching reforms of the electoral system, among…
