Theme: Celebrating Distinguished Leadership, Parliamentary Excellence, and Public Service
ABUJA, NIGERIA. In anticipation of the prestigious National Legislative Award ceremony scheduled for 9th of July 2026 at the NAF Conference Center, Abuja, the HallowMace Africa and its partners have officially released the final shortlisted lists of awardees (Voting Category).
Following a rigorous and transparent process that combined public online voting with extensive consultations with key parliamentary stakeholder groups, including the NASS Press Corps, the Nigerian Conference of Speakers, the Parliamentary Staff Association of Nigeria (PASAN), and the National Assembly Legislative Aides Forum (NASLAF). The Foundation and it's partners are proud to present the outstanding individuals whose legislative impact and service to the nation have earned them this recognition.
These finalists represent the pinnacle of legislative diligence across Nigeria’s six geo-political zones.
1. NATIONAL ASSEMBLY: Most Outstanding Lawmakers
Selected via public voting & NASS Press Corps consultations
South East
Senate: Sen. Enyinnaya Abariba
House of Representatives: Hon. Chike Okafor
South South
Senate: Sen. Adams Oshiomole
House of Representatives: Hon. Inombek Awaji-Abiante
South West
Senate: Sen. Solomon Olamilekan and Sen. Opeyemi Bamidele (tie)
House of Representatives: Hon. Bamidele Salam
North Central
Senate: Sen. Natasha Akpoti-Uduanghan
House of Representatives: Hon. Jonathan G. Gaza
North East
Senate: Sen. Muhammed Monguno
House Of Representatives: Hon. Ahmadu Usman Jaha
North West
Senate: Sen. Sunday Katung
House of Representatives: Hon. Sada Soli
2. STATE HOUSES OF ASSEMBLY: Most Outstanding Speakers
Selected via extensive consultations with the Nigerian Conference of Speakers
South East
· Rt. Hon. Somtochukwu Udeze, Speaker, Anambra State House of Assembly
South South
· Rt. Hon. Emomotimi Dennis Guwor, Speaker, Delta State House of Assembly
South West
· Rt. Hon. Adebo Ogundoyin, Speaker, Oyo State House of Assembly
North Central
· Rt. Hon. Abdulmalik Sarkin Daji, Speaker, Niger State House of Assembly
North East
· Rt. Hon. Abubakar Y. Suleiman, Speaker, Bauchi State House of Assembly
North West
· Rt. Hon. Haruna Aliyu, Speaker, Jigawa State House of Assembly
Special Recognition /Long Service Achievement Awards
· Rt. Hon. Abdulkarim Lawan, Speaker, Borno State House of Assembly
3. Most Outstanding Parliamentary Staff
Selected via consultations with the Parliamentary Staff Association of Nigeria (PASAN)
· Dr. Cornelius Ikalumhe (Senate)
· Mr. Paul Adara Adiwu – (House of Representatives)
4. Most Outstanding Legislative Aides
Selected via consultations with the National Assembly Legislative Aides Forum (NASLAF)
· Hajia Hauwa M. Lamin (Senate)
· Mr. Agwunobi Peter Anochie (House of Representatives)
5. Most Outstanding Parliamentary Reporters
Selected via consultations with the National Assembly Press Corps
· Oyediya Agwu Nancy Urum (AIT) - Senate
· Joke Adisa (TVC) – House of Representatives
· Comrade Babalola Lukman Laleye (Emporium) - New Media
Event Details
Event: National Legislative Awards 2026
Date: 9th July 2026
Venue: NAF Conference Center, Abuja
Time: 4pm
Chairman of the Occasion:
His Excellency, Senator Ameh Ebute
President of the Senate
Third Republic.
Special Guests of Honour:
His Excellency, Senator Godswill Akpabio
President of the Senate
His Excellency, Rt. Hon. Tajudeen Abbas
Speaker, House of Representatives
His Excellency, Senator Abubakar Bukola Saraki
President of the Senate
9th National Assembly
Host: HallowMace Africa, in partnership with ERGAF Africa, International Goodwill Ambassador Club and IsabellaAyukFoundation (Also in partnership with key legislative support groups)
A Word From HallowMace Africa And Partners
"These finalists have demonstrated uncommon dedication to legislative due process, constituency representation, and the advancement of democratic values. We thank the Nigerian public and our media/Parliamentary partners for ensuring a credible selection process. 9th Of July 2026 will be a night of pure legislative honour."
Media Accreditation & Inquiries
Members of the press seeking accreditation for coverage of the July 2026 event should contact the HallowMace Africa public Communications Desk.
Signed
Amb. Oguh Hyginus John
Head, Public Communications Desk
HallowMace Africa
08055414610
08036786790
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