Admiral Usman Jibrin, the gubernatorial candidate of the Accord Party in the Kogi State election, has strongly criticized the exclusion of his party’s name from the ballot paper, deeming it a blatant violation of democratic rights. Addressing the press in Anyigba within the Dekina Local Government Area on November 12, 2023, Admiral Jibrin vehemently called for the cancellation of the election and signaled his intent to explore legal avenues to rectify what he perceives as a severe injustice.<\/p>\n
Expressing his dissatisfaction during the press conference, Admiral Jibrin emphasized the gravity of the matter, stating that the omission of the Accord Party’s name raises serious concerns about the fairness and transparency of the recently conducted electoral process. Holding the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) accountable for this decision, Jibrin criticized it not only for undermining the democratic process but also for denying the people of Kogi State the opportunity to make an informed choice.<\/p>\n
“We are deeply disappointed by the decision of INEC to exclude the Accord from the ballot paper. This not only undermines the democratic process but also denies the people of Kogi state the opportunity to make an informed choice,” asserted Jibrin at the press conference. His call for the election’s cancellation reflects the urgency he attaches to rectifying what he perceives as a fundamental injustice.<\/p>\n
Despite the exclusion, INEC has not released an official statement on the matter, leaving Admiral Jibrin and the Accord Party in a state of uncertainty. Jibrin urged the electoral body to promptly address the exclusion, emphasizing the importance of providing clarification to ensure the integrity of the electoral process. The lack of an official response from INEC adds an additional layer of uncertainty to an already contentious situation.<\/p>\n
Legal experts are closely monitoring this development as Admiral Jibrin contemplates legal action. If pursued, the case could potentially uncover procedural irregularities or oversights in the preparation of the ballot papers, contributing to the broader discourse on electoral integrity in Nigeria. As discussions unfold on social media and among supporters, the outcome of this situation has the potential to influence not only the ongoing Kogi State gubernatorial election but also the wider narrative on democratic processes in the country.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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