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BREAKING: Kogi Tribunal Upholds Governor Usman Ododo’s Election, Dismisses Ajaka’s Petition
BREAKING: Kogi Tribunal Upholds Governor Usman Ododo’s Election, Dismisses Ajaka’s Petition....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
In a significant ruling on Monday, the Kogi State Governorship Election Petition Tribunal, sitting in Abuja, affirmed the election of Governor Usman Ododo of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the November 11, 2023, governorship poll…….CONTINUE READING
The three-member panel of justices, led by Justice Ado Birnin-Kudu, unanimously dismissed the petition filed by the Social Democratic Party (SDP) and its candidate, Murtala Ajaka. The tribunal concluded that the petition lacked substance, citing the failure of the petitioners to substantiate their allegations of over-voting and non-compliance with the Electoral Act, 2022.
The tribunal found the witness evidence presented by the petitioners to be incompetent and riddled with inconsistencies. Furthermore, the panel concurred with the respondents’ arguments that the forgery allegations raised by the petitioners were a pre-election issue, which should have been addressed within 14 days after the relevant documents were submitted to the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC).
The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reported that the off-cycle election held on November 11, 2023, saw Ododo of the APC emerge victorious, defeating his closest rival, Ajaka of the SDP, by a significant margin. Dissatisfied with the result, Ajaka filed a petition challenging Ododo’s victory.
The tribunal proceedings, which began in December 2023, reached a crucial point on May 13 when all parties, including the SDP, Ajaka, APC, Ododo, and INEC, presented their final written addresses. Subsequently, the tribunal reserved its judgment.
Throughout the case, INEC, Ododo, and the APC, represented by their legal teams led by Chief Kanu Agabi, SAN, Joseph Daudu, SAN, and Emmanuel Ukala, SAN, respectively, consistently urged the tribunal to dismiss the petition for being incompetent and lacking merit. Conversely, Ajaka’s lawyer, Pius Akubo, SAN, argued for the tribunal to uphold the petition.
Today’s ruling solidifies Usman Ododo’s position as the elected governor of Kogi State, reaffirming the legitimacy of the November 2023 election and dismissing the challenges posed by Ajaka and the SDP
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THE GREAT BETRAYAL: British Football Associations Abandon Infantino In Massive Re-Election Rebellion!.
Reports indicate that English football leadership is poised to join the Football Association of Wales in withholding backing for the current leadership bid ahead of upcoming administrative decisions.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
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Shift in Support: National football associations are re-evaluating their positions following recent controversies regarding proposed structural and financial changes within international football governance.
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Governance Concerns: Regional bodies and member associations have raised formal concerns regarding leadership practices, decision-making processes, and stakeholder management.
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Future Outlook: Observers note that these developments introduce fresh challenges for the leadership’s upcoming electoral timeline.
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The Maintenance Deficit: Okonjo-Iweala highlighted that Nigeria struggles with a poor maintenance culture, noting that natural endowments and budget allocations do not automatically translate to functional infrastructure without proper upkeep and execution.
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Strategic Focus for Delta: She challenged Delta State to leverage its human capital, strategic location, and natural resources to position itself as a global hub for manufacturing, skilled labor, and investment.
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Targeted Investments: The WTO chief praised Governor Sheriff Oborevwori for establishing a $100 million Viability Gap Fund to lower investment risks, advising the state to concentrate its resources on high-potential value chains rather than spreading them too thin.
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Federal and State Synergy: She underscored the necessity of strong cooperation between state and federal authorities, with the federal level ensuring macroeconomic stability and state governments building investor-friendly operational environments.
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Political Earthquake: Dele Momodu Reveals The Real Secret Why Tinubu’s Re-election Won’t Be A Struggle!.
African Democratic Congress (ADC) chieftain Dele Momodu stated during an interview on Channels Television’s Sunrise Daily that the 2027 election could be straightforward for President Bola Tinubu if he showcases concrete achievements rather than relying on propaganda. Momodu advised the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) to focus on highlighting their own governance scorecards and performance instead of continuously criticizing past administrations or attacking political opponents. Additionally, reacting to former President Olusegun Obasanjo’s remarks regarding Atiku Abubakar, Momodu expressed his view that Obasanjo remains opposed to Atiku’s presidential aspirations.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
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