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…
Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, has tasked state Houses of Assembly with ensuring effective oversight to ensure that government funds translate into improved livelihoods and job creation for citizens. Akpabio stated this at the 2025 National Institute for Legislative and Democratic Studies (NILDS)-University of Benin (UNIBEN) Convocation Ceremony in Abuja on Monday. He called for continuous…
A bill seeking to repeal the Electoral Act 2022 and enact a new Electoral Bill 2025 has passed second reading at the Senate. The Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, announced the passage during Wednesday’s plenary after a majority of senators supported it through a voice vote. Following its passage, the bill was referred to the Senate…
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…
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…
Date: October 2, 2025 As Nigeria marks its 65th Independence Anniversary, the Hallowmace Foundation Africa extends warm congratulations to the Nigerian people and particularly to the members of the 10th National Assembly on this historic milestone. As we celebrate our nation’s remarkable journey, 65 years of resilience, cultural richness, and continuous democratic evolution. However, anniversaries…
Deputy President of the Senate, Senator Barau I Jibrin, CFR, FCNA, has celebrated the First Lady, Oluremi Tinubu, CON, on the occasion of her 65th birthday celebration today. Senator Barau, in a congratulatory message to the First Lady, hailed her contribution to nation-building through her pet project, the Renewed Hope Initiative (RHI). ” I join…
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,…
