Condemnation Of Military Intervention And An Unwavering Commitment To Democracy In Nigeria.
The HallowMace Foundation Africa, a non-governmental organization dedicated to advocacy and democratic consolidation, issues this statement to categorically condemn any and all alleged plots of a military coup in the Federal Republic of Nigeria. We reaffirm our unequivocal support for democratic governance and the inviolable sovereignty of the Nigerian people.
The notion of military government is an antiquated and unacceptable model of governance that has been globally repudiated. The Foundation stands by the conviction that even the most flawed civilian administration is preferable to the most disciplined military regime. While we do not celebrate poor governance, replacing it through the barrel of a gun is not the solution; it is a catastrophic regression.
A military takeover would irrevocably set Nigeria back by decades. The first casualty of any coup d’état is always the people’s voice, embodied by the National Assembly. The legislature, a vital institution of representation, is dismantled and replaced with a dictatorial command structure, rendering the citizenry voiceless and paralyzing the very pillars of accountability and public participation.
It is an undeniable truth that Nigerians are enduring profound hardship, economic instability, and poverty, largely as consequences of leadership failures. However, history provides a clear path forward. Great nations, including the United States and other now-stable democracies, have navigated similar periods of political and economic turmoil. They overcame these challenges not by submitting to authoritarianism, but by strengthening their democratic institutions and leveraging the power of the ballot box.
The solution to Nigeria’s challenges lies within our collective will and democratic tools. Our right to change any form of bad governance is enshrined in the power of the voter’s card. It is through joint collaboration, civic engagement, and the determined use of our votes that we can turn the tide for the good of the nation and for future generations. This transformation is a matter of time and persistent effort, not a justification for unconstitutional means.
Therefore, the HallowMace Foundation Africa stands resolutely against any form of military intervention in Nigeria. We call on all Nigerians—civil society, the media, traditional institutions, and the citizenry—to remain vigilant and resist any such attempts at all costs. Our shared future must be built on the foundations of democracy, freedom, and the unwavering power of the people’s will.
