Niger Delta Youths Express Concerns Over Appellate Court’s Verdicts on Gubernatorial Disputes
The Niger Delta Youth Congress (NDYC) has raised objections to the recent decisions of the Court of Appeal regarding gubernatorial disputes in Plateau, Kano, and Zamfara states. The youth group expressed its concerns, pointing to what they perceive as a discriminatory application of legal standards between Northern states and other regions.
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In a statement issued by NDYC coordinator Comrade Israel Uwejeyan, the group emphasized the need for stakeholders to prioritize restoring coherence and integrity to the electoral process. Uwejeyan highlighted the uncertainties within the judiciary and the impact of disparate rulings on the electoral landscape.
The prevailing uncertainties within the judiciary pose a substantial risk, evident in the disparate rulings of the Appellate Court in states like Kano, Plateau, and Zamfara,” stated Uwejeyan.
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The NDYC called for a comprehensive analysis of the legal complexities surrounding these electoral contests and urged the Appellate Court to provide consistent and coherent verdicts to enhance public confidence in the judiciary.
Uwejeyan expressed concern over the deviation from established electoral jurisprudence principles, citing specific instances in the Kano case. The group called for the Supreme Court to address the identified discrepancies and contradictions to safeguard the democratic system.
The identified discrepancies and contradictions in the Appellate Court’s rulings pose profound threats to Nigeria’s democratic system. They undermine equal treatment under the law, erode public trust, foment political instability, and create a fertile ground for social unrest,” warned Uwejeyan.
The NDYC concluded by urging President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to take decisive action to prevent potential anarchy and bloodshed. The group emphasized the broader consequences of the discordant verdicts and called for prompt intervention to preserve the integrity of Nigeria’s judiciary.
As the controversy unfolds, the spotlight remains on the Supreme Court’s role in addressing the anomalies and ensuring the democratic will of the people is not compromised. The NDYC stressed the urgency of the situation, signaling the potential consequences of inaction to the federal government and the international community.
