Motion text
The House extends its condolences to the family of Nigerian priest Father Isaac Achi, and to his parish of Saint Peter and Paul in Paikoro Nigeria; condemns in the strongest of terms the brutal murder of Fr Achi who was burned alive by armed terrorists on Sunday 15 January 2023; urges the government of Nigeria to address the deteriorating security situation in Nigeria as a matter of priority so that all faith and belief groups might enjoy freedom of religion or belief; and implores the government of Nigeria to ensure free and fair presidential elections next month, free from fear of armed terrorist groups.
Signatures (13)
The first 6 Members who have signed to support the motion are the sponsors. The primary sponsor is generally the person who tabled the motion and has responsibility for it. The date shown is when the Member signed the motion.
Shannon, Jim
Democratic Unionist Party
Signed on
17 January 2023
Donaldson, Sir Jeffrey M
Democratic Unionist Party
Signed on
18 January 2023
Penning, Sir Mike
Conservative
Signed on
18 January 2023
Stafford, Alexander
Conservative
Signed on
18 January 2023
Linden, David
Scottish National Party
Signed on
19 January 2023
Leigh, Sir Edward
Conservative
Signed on
20 January 2023
In addition to the sponsors, the following Members have signed to support the motion.
Maskell, Rachael
Labour
Signed on
23 January 2023
Blackman, Bob
Conservative
Signed on
23 January 2023
Sheppard, Tommy
Scottish National Party
Signed on
23 January 2023
Lockhart, Carla
Democratic Unionist Party
Signed on
24 January 2023
Wilson, Sammy
Democratic Unionist Party
Signed on
25 January 2023
Girvan, Paul
Democratic Unionist Party
Signed on
25 January 2023
Ferrier, Margaret
Independent
Signed on
1 February 2023
There are no withdrawn signatures for this motion.