In what can be described as an arrant disregard for the Nigerian Parliament, a global shipping powerhouse, Mediterranean Shipping Company (MSC) has once again refused to honour an invitation to appear before the House of Representatives Committee on Public Petitions. After failing to honour the previous invitations to attend the public petition hearing, the Committee…
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…
World Parliamentary Day, a day dedicated to honoring the tireless efforts of parliamentarians across the globe. These individuals plays very crucial roles in shaping the future of their nations through policy formulation, legislation, and representation. *THE ROLE OF PARLIAMENTARIANS IN UNITING NATIONS* Parliamentarians are instrumental in fostering global unity and cooperation. By working together, they…
The National Assembly New Media Forum (NANMF) on Monday honoured Senator Neda Bernards Imasuen, representing Edo South Senatorial District, in celebration of his birthday, recognizing his dedication to public service and partnership with the media. The event took place at the National Assembly in Abuja, where members of the Forum presented the lawmaker with a…
OUTRAGE ON THE HIGH SEAS! Group Petitions House of Reps Over Trillion-Naira Scam, Accuse MSC of Violating Nigerian Sovereignty By David Okoh Tensions escalated at the National Assembly as a civic group under the banner of the Citizens WhistleBlowers Coalition (CWC) submitted a formal petition against global shipping powerhouse Mediterranean Shipping Company (MSC), alleging massive…
(How Far And How Well) *13 June 2025:* Today marks the second anniversary of the inauguration of Nigeria’s 10th National Assembly. As the legislature reaches this mid-term milestone, its effectiveness in fulfilling its core constitutional mandates, lawmaking, representation, and oversight, faces heightened public and expert evaluation. *Legislative Output and Oversight Activities* The Assembly has maintained…
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…
Protocol: With profound honour, I stand before this joint session of our National Assembly; a parliament that embodies the will of the Nigerian people. 2. Today, as I entered this grand edifice built from the sweat and toil of our democratic yearning, my heart stirred. It was a blend of accomplishment and resolve. 3. I…
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has assured Nigerians that he has no intention of turning the country into a one-party state. He made this declaration during a special joint sitting of the National Assembly on Wednesday to mark Nigeria’s 26th year of uninterrupted democracy. Addressing lawmakers, Tinubu debunked what he called a “terrible rumor” that the…
Senator Adams Oshiomhole has vehemently denied allegations of disrupting Air Peace operations, asserting that his actions were a stand against systemic extortion and poor customer service by Nigerian airlines, not an act of disruption. He insisted he rejected preferential treatment and championed the rights of ordinary Nigerians. Recall that Air Peace had previously issued a…
