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Protest Erupts in Kano as NNPP Supporters Challenge Appeal Court Judgment on Governor Sacking

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In Kano, a contentious situation unfolded on Wednesday as youths, believed to be supporters of the New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP), gathered in the Kofar Nasarawa area to protest the alleged inconsistencies in the Court of Appeal’s judgment that ousted the state Governor, Abba Yusuf. The unrest escalated as clashes erupted between the protesters and police dispatched to contain the demonstration. The protest originated after the youth participated in a special prayer organized for the governor by local residents at 2 pm. Following the prayer, the demonstrators expressed their discontent…

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All Progressives Congress Dissolves Rivers State Chapter Executives, Unveils Caretaker Committee Members for Electoral Process

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The National Working Committee (NWC) of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) has officially dissolved the executive body of the Rivers State chapter of the party. Led by Abdullahi Ganduje, the NWC has concurrently established a caretaker committee to facilitate the organization of a congress for the election of new executives. This decision follows a period of discontent within the party, notably expressed by chieftains aligned with former Minister of Transportation Rotimi Amaechi. These party members, led by the state governorship candidate Tonye Cole, had previously voiced concerns that President…

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Appeal Court Invalidates Kano State Governor’s Election

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In a significant legal development, the Court of Appeal in Abuja, on Friday, invalidated the election of Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf of Kano State. The unanimous decision by a three-member panel of justices declared that Governor Yusuf was not a valid candidate in the gubernatorial election held on March 18. The court’s ruling was grounded in evidence presented by the parties, establishing that Governor Yusuf was not a member of the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) at the time of the election. According to the court, under section 177(c) of…

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Court of Appeal Nullifies Zamfara Governorship Election, Declares it Inconclusive

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In a significant legal development, the Court of Appeal in Abuja has ruled the Zamfara State governorship election held on March 18 as inconclusive. The unanimous decision was delivered by a three-member panel of Justices, overturning the earlier declaration of Governor Dauda Lawal of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) as the winner of the gubernatorial contest. The court directed the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to conduct a fresh election in three Local Government Areas (LGAs) of Zamfara State where elections did not take place previously or where results from…

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President Tinubu Vows to Serve All Nigerians Following Supreme Court Victory, Pledges Unity and Prosperity for the Nation

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President Bola Tinubu has responded to the Supreme Court’s verdict upholding his election victory, emphasizing that it has reinforced his unwavering commitment to serving all Nigerians, regardless of their political affiliations, ethnic backgrounds, or religious beliefs. He made these remarks at the Presidential Villa in Abuja on Thursday. President Tinubu underscored that the “Renewed Hope” agenda for a more prosperous and unified Nigeria has gained further momentum with this legal affirmation. He pledged to persist in his efforts to construct a nation that aligns with the collective desires and dreams…

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High Stakes at PEPC: Crowd Gathers as Final Verdict Looms in Presidential Election Challenges

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Before the final verdict from the Presidential Election Petitions Court (PEPC) regarding the challenges filed against President Bola Tinubu’s electoral victory, a massive assembly of litigants, legal professionals, and concerned parties has converged at the court. Present in the courtroom were Vice President Kashim Shettima, Femi Gbajabiamila, the Chief of Staff to the President, as well as Governors Hope Uzodimma and Yahaya Bello representing Imo and Kogi States, respectively, among other members of the ruling party. On the opposition side, the acting national chairman of the PDP, Umar Damagun, and…

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