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Nasarawa: Appeal Court dismisses tribunal’s ruling, affirms Sule as governor

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Nasarawa: Appeal Court dismisses tribunal’s ruling, affirms Sule as governor

THE Court of Appeal in Abuja has dismissed the Nasarawa state governorship election petitions tribunal ruling on the March 2023 governorship election and affirmed Abdullahi Sule of the All Progressives Congress (APC) as duly elected.

In its ruling on Thursday, November 23, the appellate court stated that the tribunal erred in naming the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) candidate, David Ombugadu, as the legitimate winner in the poll.

The Court of Appeal decided that the tribunal did not give Sule a fair hearing.

The court also ruled that the tribunal improperly accepted the testimony of subpoenaed witnesses whose written declarations were not front-loaded with the petition.

The court decided that the oral and documentary evidence presented by Ombugadu and the PDP did not demonstrate overvoting. Consequently, it said the tribunal erred in deducting Sule’s votes when the PDP failed to provide evidence of overvoting.

The ICIR reported in October that the governorship election petition tribunal sitting in Lafia, Nasarawa State, sacked Sule as governor and declared Ombugadu as duly elected.

Two justices out of three ruled on Monday, October 2, that Ombugadu won the election, while one dissented.

In the judgment delivered virtually, the panel chairman, Ezekiel Ajayi, argued that there was no room for reasonable doubt, and the petitioner’s evidence was convincingly made.

Sule ran for re-election but encountered fierce resistance from the PDP and other parties that participated in the poll.

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) declared Sule the election winner with 347,209 votes, Ombugadu came second with 283,016 votes, while Abdullahi Maidoya of the NNPP had 11,726 votes.

NOA makes false claim about first female 1st class physics graduate in UDUS

Nurudeen AKEWUSHOLA
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NOA makes false claim about first female 1st class physics graduate in UDUS

NOA makes false claim about first female 1st class physics graduate in UDUS

THE National Orientation Agency (NOA) has claimed that Zainab Abdullahi Bashir is the first female student to graduate with first class honours at the Department of Physics, Usmanu Danfodiyo University, Sokoto (UDUS).

The agency made the claim on Sunday, November 19, 2023 in a flyer (archived here)signed by its Director General, Lanre Issa-Onilu.

“ZAINAB… Pride Of A Nation. Your unprecedented achievement is humbling. First Female First Class Graduate In Physics from Uthman Dan Fodiyo University, Sokoto, Nigeria. This epitomises Our National Beacon Of Hope. A guiding light to what we stand for. Nigeria Celebrates You(sic),” the flyer reads.

 

CLAIM 

Zainab Abdullahi Bashir is the first female first-class graduate of Physics at UDUS.

Screenshot of the NOA’s post.

THE FINDINGS

Findings by The FactCheckHub show that the claim is FALSE.

Prior to NOA’s claim, several media platforms and blogs including Daily Trust and MySchoolNews have erroneously reported the claim in the past and as such, we deem it fit to set the record straight. It was also shared on Nairaland in April 2019.

In 2018, Zainab Abdullahi Bashir, an indigene of Katsina state bagged first class honour from Physics Department, Usmanu Danfodiyo University Sokoto having scored a Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) of 4.87 out of 5.0.

However, checks show that contrary to the NOA’s claim, she’s not the first to graduate with the feat in the university. Checks revealed that there was Ezeonuogu Happiness Anutika who graduated with the feat in 2015, about 3 years before Zainab did.

Documents obtained by The FactCheckHub show that Happiness graduated with a first-class honour in Physics at the university with a Cumulative Grade Point Average of 4.51, thus indicating that she graduated with the feat ahead of Zainab.

Speaking with The FactCheckHub, Happiness who is currently a technical adviser on Coiled Tubing expressed her dismay describing the news as false information which has been circulating for a long time.

Certificate of Ezeonuogu Happiness

“I felt very sad, the first time I heard about the news, some years back. It was like, I lied to my family and friends about my result, and I told them what I am not.

“It is very important to get facts and figures right because no one can tell me that there are no databases which document students’ academic performances. I won’t call this an oversight,” she said.

 

THE VERDICT

The claim by the National Orientation Agency that Zainab is the first female student to graduate with first class in Physics at Usmanu Danfodiyo University, Sokoto is FALSE; findings show that Happiness had first class from the same department and institution in 2015.

This fact-check is republished from FactCheckHub. The original article can be read here. 

Kebbi lawmaker set to marry off 100 female orphans

Ijeoma OPARA
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Kebbi lawmaker set to marry off 100 female orphans

LAWMAKER representing Argungu/Augie federal constituency of Kebbi state at the House of Representatives, Sani Yakubu Noma, said he had concluded arrangements to give out 100 female orphans in marriage.

He disclosed this while speaking to journalists in the state, saying the marriage ceremony would take place on Saturday, November 25.

“A committee has been set up for the successful implementation of the event. Those selected to be married out were drawn from the two local government areas that I’m representing at the National Assembly.

“Already, I have procured beds, mattresses, essential furniture, and other matrimonial commodities for the beneficiaries,” Noma was quoted as saying.

He described the marriage plans as his contributions to the welfare of orphans.

The ICIR  reports that this is not the first time orphans would be married off in Kebbi.

In 2017, it was reported that four orphans were given out in marriage by the state government under the administration of Abubakar Atiku Bagudu. The act was also described as a contribution to the welfare of the less privileged members of society.

The Kano state government also conducted a mass wedding ceremony for about 1,800 couples, including widows, divorcees, and spinsters from the 44 local government areas (LGAs) of the state in October this year.

Although the ages of the orphans married off in Kabbi were not disclosed, a 2021 report by Save the Children International stated that 48 per cent of children in Northern Nigeria are married by age 15.

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In an investigation in July, The ICIR reported how teenage girls in Niger state were forced into marriages by parents, guardians or community members.

Some of the girls who attempted to escape the forced union were subjected to inhumane treatment, including rape.

According to the United Nations Populations Fund (UNFPA), complications during pregnancies resulting from underage marriages are one of the leading causes of death in older adolescents in Nigeria.

Senate to amend cybercrimes Act, amid $500mn loss to cybersecurity

Harrison EDEH
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Senate to amend cybercrimes Act, amid $500mn loss to cybersecurity

THE Senate has decried an annual loss of $500 million to cybercrimes in Nigeria.

It described the loss as a major threat to cybersecurity.

Accordingly, the upper chamber resolved to amend the Cybercrime (Prohibition and Prevention) Act 2015 to end the exploitation of Nigeria’s digital space by cybercriminals and certain individuals with misguided intentions.

The Senate President,  Godswill Akpabio, stated this on Wednesday, November 18, at the inauguration of public hearing on the 2023 Cybercrime (Prohibition and Prevention) Act (Amendment) Bill, 2023, at the Senate Complex, Abuja.

The inauguration was at the instance of the Chairman of the Senate Committee on ICT and Cyber Security, Shuaib Afolabi Salisu, the Chairman of the Senate Committee on National Security and Intelligence, Shehu Buba Umar, and all members of their committees.

In its report, the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) claimed Nigeria “is losing $500 million dollars annually to all forms of cybercrime including hacking, identity theft, cyber terrorism, harassment, and internet fraud.

At the inauguration of the public hearing, the Senate resident stressed that certain individuals with misguided intentions “are exploiting cybercrime laws and tarnishing the reputation of Nigeria.”

Akpabio, represented by the Senate leader, Opeyemi Bamidele, observed that it was imperative to establish a comprehensive legal framework to deter, investigate, pursue, and prosecute cybercriminals.

The Senate president said: “In this age of rapid technological advancement and widespread internet usage, cybercrime has emerged as a grave menace to our society, economy, and personal security.

“It is imperative to strengthen the existing laws on cybercrime prohibition and prevention. In the past, certain individuals with misguided intentions exploited our weak cybercrime laws, thereby tarnishing the reputation of our country.

“They engaged in a wide array of illegal activities, such as hacking, identity theft, fraud, harassment, and cyber-terrorism. These crimes not only inflicted significant financial losses upon our country but also invaded our privacy, disrupted critical infrastructure, and eroded trust in our digital systems.”

According to the Senate president, it is of utmost national and economic importance that the nation has a comprehensive legal framework to deter, investigate, pursue and prosecute cybercriminals.

In his remarks, Salisu explained the significance of amending the Cybercrime (Prohibition and Prevention) Act (Amendment) Bill, 2023, saying it was intended to enhance the effectiveness of the law by addressing emerging threats and strengthening existing provisions.

He, therefore, challenged all the stakeholders to bring a wealth of knowledge, experience, and diverse perspectives on cybercrime to the front burner.

He pointed out that cybersecurity was a complex and multidimensional challenge that required a collaborative effort among the government, industry, civil society, and academia.

Senate approves ‪2024-2026‬ medium term expenditure, N7.8trn borrowing plan

Harrison EDEH
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Senate approves ‪2024-2026‬ medium term expenditure, N7.8trn borrowing plan

THE Senate has approved the medium-term expenditure framework (MTEF) for ‪2024-2026‬ and the fiscal strategy paper (FSP) which contains projections for budget appropriations over the next three years.

The upper legislative chamber gave the approval after considering the report of the joint committee chaired by Sani Musa, Chairman Senate Committee on Finance during plenary on Wednesday, November 22 in Abuja.

The lawmakers approved $73.96, $73.76, and $69.90 per barrel, respectively, as benchmark oil prices for daily crude oil production of 1.78 million bpd, 1.80 million bpd, and 1.81 million bpd for 2024, 2025, and 2026.

The approval is, however, subject to the confirmation of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited(NNPCL) on actual and verifiable deliverables.

Also, the Senate approved the Federal Government’s recommended spending of N26 trillion, with N16.9 trillion in retained revenue, a N9 trillion budget deficit, and N7.8 trillion in new borrowings (including borrowing from foreign and domestic sources).

It also approved N1.3 trillion worth of statutory transfers, an estimated N8.2 trillion in debt service, N243.6 billion in the sinking fund; N1.27 trillion in pension, gratuity, and retiree benefits.

The upper chamber also approved the exchange rate of N700 to $1, 665.61 to $1, and N669.79  to $1 as proposed by the executive for 2024, 2O24, and 2026 respectively.

At the debates on the report, some lawmakers proposed that the exchange rate be increased to N900 to reflect current realities, but when put to a voice vote, lawmakers agreed that the committee’s report be sustained.

The Senate recommended that all items locally produced for the Nigerian market should be outrightly banned from importation and customs tariff be amended accordingly.

It approved that the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) should ensure that banks can access dollars to prevent patronage at the parallel markets.

The Senate also approved gross domestic product (GDP) growth rates of 3.76 per cent, 4.22 per cent, and 4.78 per cent in 2024, 2025, and 2026; and an inflation rate of 21.4 per cent, 20. 3 per cent , and 18.6 per cent for 2024, 2025, and 2026 respectively.

 

‘It’s clerical error,’ Appeal Court responds to Kano’s controversial CTC judgment

Bankole ABE  and  Ijeoma OPARA
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‘It’s clerical error,’ Appeal Court responds to Kano’s controversial CTC judgment

THE Court of Appeal has responded to the controversies trailing the recently released Certified True Copy (CTC) of its ruling on the March 2023 Kano governorship election.

The appellate court in Abuja upheld the Kano State governorship Election Petitions tribunal’s decision to remove Abba Yusuf, the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) candidate and incumbent governor, from office.

The certified authentic copy of the ruling contradicted the decision to uphold the tribunal’s ruling and sack the governor.

Speaking on the controversy, the chief registrar of the Court of Appeal, Umar Bangari, claimed that the alleged disparity was a clerical error that had no bearing on the court’s ruling.

Bangari stated that the Court of Appeals Handbook, Order 23, Rule 4 gives the court the authority to fix any clerical error that it or any of the parties to the case discovers.

Bangari promised to correct the clerical error as soon as the parties to the case file official applications to that effect. 

“What happened in the part of the judgment is just a mere clerical error that ought not to draw any issue. The court is empowered to correct such clerical error and would be done as appropriate,” the chief registrar stated.

The ICIR reports that confusion broke out on Tuesday, November 21, over the released Certified True Copy (CTC) of the Appeal Court judgment on the Kano state governorship election as a portion of the report affirmed the victory of Abba Yusuf as the duly elected governor.

On page 67 of the CTC, sighted by The ICIR on Tuesday, November 21, and signed by the Registrar, Jameel Ibrahim Umar, the court upheld Yusuf’s victory.

The ICIR reported that the Court of Appeal in Abuja sacked Yusuf as Kano state governor, affirming the state’s governorship election petitions tribunal ruling.

In a judgment delivered on Friday, November 17, a three-member panel of the appellate court held that the NNPP breached the Constitution by sponsoring Yusuf, who was not a party member.

The Appeal Court ruled that the tribunal acted in the public interest when it permitted the APC to tender papers during the trial since the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) had given the APC access to materials piecemeal to undermine the petitioner’s claim.

The court’s three-man bench ruled that each political party must keep track of its voter registration.

The court further stated that Abba’s NNPP membership is not registered.

“All issues in this appeal are dismissed, and the judgment of the tribunal is affirmed,” the court stated.

Speaking on the controversy surrounding the ruling in the CTC on Tuesday night, attorney general and commissioner for justice of Kano State Haruna Dederi stated that the ruling on page 67 of the certified copy of the judgment made it evident that the tribunal’s decision to dismiss the governor was overturned.

Dederi maintained that written evidence confirmed Yusuf as the rightful governor of the state, despite what the judges read aloud to the public in the courtroom on November 17.

“The evidence contained on page 67 of the copy of the Appeal Court judgment released on Tuesday and signed by registrar Jameel Ibrahim Umar, the appellate court upheld the victory of Abba Kabiru Yusuf of the New Nigeria Peoples Party NNPP as duly elected Governor of Kano,” he said.

According to him, contrary to what the judges read to the public in the courtroom on November 17, the written evidence has vindicated Yusuf as the legitimate governor of Kano.

On page 67 of the CTC sighted, the panel headed by Moore Aseimo Abraham Adumein, in its conclusion, said, “I will conclude by stating that the live issues in this appeal are hereby resolved in favour of the 1st respondent and against the appellant.” 

“In the circumstances, I resolve all the issues in favour of the appellant and against the 1st respondent. Therefore, I find no merit in this appeal, which is liable to be and is hereby dismissed.

“The sum of one million naira was awarded as costs in favour of the appellant and against the 1st respondent.

In this case, Governor Yusuf is the appellant, while the APC is the first respondent. The second and third respondents are the NNPP and INEC.

The first ruling, which settled the matter in favour of the APC, indicated that the tribunal’s decision was upheld, contrary to the remaining conclusions of the judge, which stated that the tribunal’s decision to remove Yusuf had been overturned and his mandate restored. 

Meanwhile, before the appellate court’s latest position, there were protests in some parts of Kano, the state capital on Wednesday evening over the confusion caused by the CTC.

The protesters took to the streets, burning tyres and chanting in solidarity with Yusuf.

Although the Police tried to disperse the crowd, some of the protesters remained adamant in the demand for justice.

Fintiri, Adamawa CP condemn attack on Police headquarters, order probe

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Fintiri, Adamawa CP condemn attack on Police headquarters, order probe

THE Adamawa state Governor Ahmadu Fintiri, has condemned the Tuesday, November 21 clash between Police officers and military personnel, which resulted in the killing of one inspector in Yola, the state capital. 

Fintiri, in a statement by his chief press secretary, Humwashi Wonosikou, on Wednesday, November 22, described the gunshots in Yola as regrettable and urged the state residents to go about their lawful activities without fear.

The state Police commissioner, Babatola Afolabi, also condemned the attack, noting that an urgent investigation had been ordered into the incident to ensure justice and peace prevailed.

According to reports, sporadic gunshots were exchanged between the Police and soldiers at the Police headquarters in the state capital around 11:00 p.m. on Tuesday, November 21. 

The clash between the Army and Police personnel reportedly caused injury to a soldier, while a Police officer identified as Jacob Daniel was killed during the altercation.

Reacting to the incident, the governor said that his government was handling the situation effectively and urged all security agents and residents of the state to remain calm.

He also appealed to all security personnel on special assignment to remain at their duty posts and conduct themselves with a high sense of maturity.

“I am concerned that such acrimony could have lasting consequences on the hard-earned peace we have been able to build over the years.

“I appeal to all security personnel for restraint, mutual respect, and tolerance for one another as people destined to work together in this great state.

“I appeal for patience and understanding as the administration works towards lasting solutions to these conflicts,” the governor said.

In the same vein, the Police commissioner, in a statement by the Police public relations officer, Suleiman Nguroje, a superintendent of Police, on Wednesday, warned that any attacks on security officers in the line of duty would no longer be tolerated.

While emphasizing the sanctity of all security personnel’s lives, Afolabi assured the public that such a conflict would be rigorously addressed according to existing laws.

He further reiterated the command’s commitment to safeguarding lives and property. He called for collaboration with other security agencies to uphold the fundamental rights of security operatives, allowing them to effectively discharge their duty of serving and protecting citizens.

NPFL: Heartland FC get new coach after ICIR report 

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NPFL: Heartland FC get new coach after ICIR report 

NIGERIA Premier Football League (NPFL) side Heartland FC have appointed a new coach, Kennedy Boboye, to salvage the team’s poor run in the 2023/2024 season.

The ICIR reported that the team’s winless streak had ignited criticisms against the club and worried the club’s management and coaching crew.

Dissatisfied with the poor run that left the team at the bottom of the log, the management on Wednesday, November 22, 2023, announced the replacement of their coach Christian Obi, via the team’s ‘X’ handle.

“We are pleased to announce that we have reached an agreement with two-time NPFL winning coach Kennedy Boboye,” the statement read partly.

The new gaffer won the NPFL title with Plateau United in 2017 and repeated the same feat with Akwa Utd in 2021.

His job at Heartland FC takes immediate effect on a one-year deal with an option of a renewal.

Pictures posted on the club’s ‘X’ show Boboye began training with the players on Wednesday in preparation for his test in Oriental Derby against Enyimba International.

After his training with the players, the coach admitted that the club’s position on the log was not encouraging but expressed optimism to salvage the situation.

“We are lucky Heartland have its crisis now. As a coach, I normally pray to have my crisis early in the season because you can still rebuild, but when you have it towards the end of the season, if you don’t take time, you find yourself in relegation. I plead with the fans to still come out and support the team, we are going to turn things around,” the coach said.

The ICIR observed the comments that trailed the announcement of the new coach.

The comments were full of mixed reactions as some blamed the club for being silent over the departure of the former coach while some appreciated the club’s effort.

According to @cmeon7, the account owner pointed out the club did not bid farewell to the former coach.

“In the same statement, you also failed to announce or bid farewell to the erstwhile coach, Christian Obi, telling us if he was sacked or if he stepped aside.

“At least coin a “thank you” message for his service while at the club. You are an entity; please act like one,” the handler posted.

Quantized, another X user, shared the same view, accusing the club of being unprofessional in its statement.

“Welcome to Heartland, Coach Boboye. This is unprofessional from you guys, though. You should have announced the departure of the former coach, thanked him for his services, and wished him well in his future endeavours before announcing the arrival of the new coach,” he posted.

However, Kingsley Nwaneri, another X user, welcomed the new coach. “Welcome Kennedy Boboye,” he posted.

Kelly Pyrce did the same. “Welcome, coach,” he posted.

 

 

FG seeks S/Court’s deadline extension for old naira notes

Harrison EDEH
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FG seeks S/Court’s deadline extension for old naira notes

THE Federal Government has officially filed an application before the Supreme Court, seeking an order for the old naira notes to remain in circulation beyond December 31, 2023, as earlier ruled by the court.

The old notes are N200, N500 and N1,000.

In March 2023, the Supreme Court extended the deadline to phase out the old naira notes to December 31, 2023.

In the fresh application, Lateef Fagbemi, the attorney-general of the federation (AGF), said due to the economic crisis, the nation had been unable to print the volume of new notes that would enable it to phase out old currency before December 31.

According to the AGF, “Since the said consequential order was made, the Federal Government, in compliance with this honourable court’s order, directed the CBN to engage and has been engaging the respondents in their individual capacities and in their capacities as members of the National Council of State and National Economic Council with respect to the naira redesign policy.

“In between the time the order was made and now, there was a presidential election in the country which has led to a transition from the immediate-past government and the incumbent government, which is just settling down,” he said.

Fagbemi noted that the incumbent government had, however, directed the CBN to come up, by way of policy direction, with how the naira redesign policy would be addressed in full compliance with the court’s order.

“Whilst working on the policy direction and due to the economic crisis being witnessed by the government of the federation and other factors beyond its control, the government of the federation to date has not been able to print the new 200, 500, and 1000 naira notes in the equal proportion of the old 200, 500 and 1000 naira notes sought to be recalled as consultation with critical stakeholders is still on-going on how best to approach the redesign policy.

He stressed that people had been hoarding the new notes on the speculation that the 31 December deadline for the old notes to cease to be legal tender might not be met.

To effectively stabilise the economy, Fagbemi argued that the Federal Government was of the ‘strong’ view that the old versions of 200, 500, and 1,000 notes should continue to be legal tender alongside the new versions.

“Following the deadline for the validity of the old 200, 500, and 1,000 naira notes ordered by this honourable court will make the government of the federation to push the country into another national, economic, and financial crisis which this honourable court sought to prevent in the first instance by its judgment in the afore-mentioned suit.

“The only way to save the nation from both of the above situations is by the order of this honourable court to grant the prayers in this application,” he added.

The Supreme Court has fixed November 30 to hear the application.

Confusion trails release of CTC of Appeal Court judgement on Kano election

Bankole ABE
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Confusion trails release of CTC of Appeal Court judgement on Kano election

THERE is confusion over the released Certified True Copy (CTC) of the Appeal Court judgment on the Kano state governorship election as a portion of the report affirmed the victory of Abba Yusuf as the duly elected governor.

The Court of Appeal’s written judgment set aside the Kano election petition tribunal’s judgment for lacking merit.

On page 67 of the CTC, sighted by The ICIR on Tuesday, November 21, and signed by the Registrar, Jameel Ibrahim Umar, the court upheld the victory of Yusuf of the New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP).

The ICIR had reported that the Court of Appeal in Abuja sacked Yusuf as Kano state governor, affirming the state’s governorship election petitions tribunal ruling.

In a judgment delivered on Friday, November 17, a three-member panel of the appellate court held that Yusuf’s party – the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) – breached the Constitution by sponsoring Yusuf, who was not a party member.

The Appeal Court ruled that the tribunal acted in the public interest when it permitted the APC to tender papers during the trial since the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) had given the APC access to materials piecemeal to undermine the petitioner’s claim.

The court’s three-man bench ruled that each political party must keep track of its voter registration.

According to the court, political parties are required by the 1999 Constitution to maintain a membership register and provide it to INEC and the tribunal upon request.

The court further stated that Abba’s NNPP membership is not registered.

“All issues in this appeal are dismissed, and the judgment of the tribunal is affirmed,” the court stated.

Speaking on the controversy surrounding the ruling in the CTC on Tuesday night, Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice of Kano State Haruna Dederi stated that the ruling on page 67 of the certified copy of the judgment made it evident that the tribunal’s decision to dismiss the governor was overturned.

Dederi maintained that written evidence has confirmed Yusuf as the rightful governor of Kano State, despite what the judges read aloud to the public in the courtroom on November 17.

“The evidence contained on page 67 of the copy of the Appeal Court judgment released on Tuesday and signed by registrar Jameel Ibrahim Umar, the appellate court upheld the victory of Abba Kabiru Yusuf of the New Nigeria Peoples Party NNPP as duly elected Governor of Kano,” he said.

According to him, contrary to what the judges read to the public in the courtroom on November 17, the written evidence has vindicated Yusuf as the legitimate governor of Kano.

On page 67 of the CTC sighted, the panel headed by Moore Aseimo Abraham Adumein, in its conclusion, said, “I will conclude by stating that the live issues in this appeal are hereby resolved in favour of the 1st respondent and against the appellant.” 

“In the circumstances, I resolve all the issues in favour of the appellant and against the 1st respondent. Therefore, I find no merit in this appeal, which is liable to be and is hereby dismissed.

“The sum of N1,000,000.00 (one million naira only) is hereby awarded as costs in favour of the appellant and against the 1st respondent.”

In this case, Governor Yusuf is the appellant, while the All Progressives Congress (APC) is the first respondent. The second and third respondents are the NNPP and the Independent National Electoral Commission. 

The first ruling, which settled the matter in favour of the APC, indicated that the tribunal’s decision was upheld, contrary to the remaining conclusions of the judge, which stated that the tribunal’s decision to remove Yusuf had been overturned and restored his mandate.

 According to Sunusi Musa (SAN), a lawyer to the APC candidate Nasiru Gawuna, who spoke with Daily Trust, the panel’s inconsistency was plainly “a typo” and shouldn’t have caused the kind of response it did.

 

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