At the inaugural sitting in Lafia, chairman of the three-man panel, Justice Francisca Isong, stressed the need for cooperation between the parties.
The National Assembly and House of Assembly elections petition tribunals have commenced sitting in Nasarawa and Niger states. At the inaugural sitting in Lafia, yesterday, chairman of the three-man panel, Justice Francisca Isong, stressed the need for cooperation between the parties’ counsel and the panel for speedy dispensation of justice, assuring all parties in the petitions of justice.
IN Niger State, Justice Angela Otaluka enjoined the counsel and every participant and stakeholder in the election matter to master the rules before taking a step, as no laxity would be allowed. “Do not be deceived by anybody. These tribunals have come to do nothing but justice, without fear or favour.
She assured that every participant and stakeholder in the election matter would enjoy a level-playing ground to handle their cases and exhibit their prowess within 180 days as prescribed by law.
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