Electoral Act Section 84(12): Supreme Court reserves judgment on Buhari, Malami’s suit
They are seeking an order of the apex court to strike out the section of the Electoral Act, saying it is inconsistent with the nation’s Constitution.
Court bars re-arrest of Emefiele without order, fines FG N100m
The court said the prolonged detention of the plaintiff without trial was a flagrant violation of his fundamental rights.
Court orders deletion of controversial section 84 (12) from electoral act
Mr Malami, who is reportedly aspiring to contest for the Kebbi state guber race, had recently hinted that the Buhari-led administration might seek redress in court to ensure the section is amended.
2023: Rivers APC guber candidate disqualified over dual citizenship
Mr Cole was largely disqualified over his dual citizenship of voluntarily being a United Kingdom citizen and declaration of allegiance to the same country.