Politics

Tribunal: Atiku Vows to Challenge Verdict At Supreme Court, Says We Got Judgement, Not Justice

Published

2 years ago

September 7, 2023

ADMIN

Idowu Patrick

Former Vice President and candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, in the 2023 general election Alhaji Atiku Abubakar, on Wednesday vowed to approach the Supreme Court to set aside the election of President Bola Tinubu.

Atiku, said he was dissatisfied with the judgement of the Presidential Election Petition Court, PEPC, that affirmed President Tinubu as the valid winner of the presidential election held on February 25.

Speaking through his team of lawyers led by Chief Chris Uche, SAN, the PDP candidate, said he only got a judgement from the court and not justice.

“Judgement has just been delivered but we have not received justice. Luckily, the Constitution has given us the right to go on appeal.

“This is the court of first instance. We still have the right to go on appeal to the Supreme Court
and you see, this is a struggle that is not just for our client, but for the Constitution of this country, for the rule of law and democracy.

“We were expecting an outcome that will improve, encourage the use of technology to enhance election management, to enhance transparency, to enhance accountability, so that Nigerians will believe in democracy.

“So that Nigerians can come out in their masses like they did, to vote. We don’t want Nigerians to be discouraged.
things and principle of law that he know that we need to explore and we strongly believe that when we get to the Supreme Court, it will have the opportunity to review a number of things that have been said here today.

“We have the instruction of our client to go to the Supreme Court. So, we have asked for the records. We have asked for the judgement. We are going to apply for the transmission of the records because we have a very limited time to push this

So, the struggle continues and as it is said, it is not over until it is over,” Atiku’s lawyer added.

2027 General Elections

FCT Polls: ADC Condemns Wike’s ‘War’ Threat, Says Nigerians Will Decide

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2 hours ago

February 16, 2026

Samson Adeyanju

By Onyeanya Ebere Immaculata

The African Democratic Congress (ADC), has condemned the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, over his reported declaration of “war” against anti-Tinubu candidates ahead of the February 21, 2026 elections.

In a statement, ADC National Publicity Secretary Bolaji Abdullahi warned that such rhetoric could inflame political tensions and undermine democratic stability.

The party insisted that the outcome of the FCT polls would be determined by voters, not President Bola Ahmed Tinubu or any government official.

The statement described Wike’s threat as “irresponsible and dangerous” in Nigeria’s fragile political climate. ADC emphasized that sovereignty rests with the people, not with any minister or president.

The party also pledged to resist any attempt to intimidate voters or subvert the electoral process, insisting that Nigerians would exercise their franchise freely and lawfully.

2027 General Elections

INEC Concludes Training Ahead of FCT Area Council Polls Saturday

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5 hours ago

February 16, 2026

Samson Adeyanju

By Olokuta Rofiat

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), has concluded the training of ad-hoc staff for the 2026 Area Council elections scheduled for Saturday, February 21, 2026, in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT).

The training, held across designated centres in the FCT, was designed to equip electoral officers, presiding officers, assistant presiding officers and other personnel with guidelines for the smooth conduct of the polls.

INEC said the sessions covered accreditation procedures, handling of electoral materials, result collation and compliance with the Electoral Act, while participants were also sensitised on professionalism, neutrality and voter management.

The election will produce six Area Council chairmen and 62 councillors across the FCT’s wards. INEC reaffirmed its readiness to conduct a credible exercise and urged eligible voters to turn out peacefully.

Security agencies have also assured residents of adequate protection before, during and after the polls.

2027 General Elections

INEC Fixes Feb 20, March 6 for 2027 General Elections

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2 days ago

February 15, 2026

Samson Adeyanju

By Patrick Idowu

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), has fixed February 20, 2027, for the Presidential and National Assembly elections, while Governorship and State Houses of Assembly polls will hold on March 6, 2027.

INEC Chairman, Prof. Joash Ojo Amupitan, announced the dates in Abuja on Friday while formally releasing the Notice of Election and the Timetable and Schedule of Activities for the 2027 General Elections, describing the move as a constitutional obligation and “a significant milestone in Nigeria’s democratic journey.”

Amupitan said the notice was issued in line with the 1999 Constitution (as amended) and Section 28(1) of the Electoral Act, 2022, which requires publication not later than 360 days before the election date.

He also dismissed speculation over election schedules, stressing that only INEC has the authority to fix dates.

The INEC boss added that the Commission would enforce compliance with timelines for party primaries, nominations and campaigns, while expanding the use of technology, updating the voter register, strengthening security collaboration and boosting voter education ahead of the polls.