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27 Dec
Local government administration in Edo State moved closer to normalcy today as several suspended chairmen resumed office in compliance with a State High Court ruling. Among those returning were the chairmen of Esan South East, Esan North East, and Etsako West local government areas, who received votes of confidence from their respective councillors. The reinstatements…
24 Sep
A coalition of civil society organisations, including the Centre for Credible Leadership and Citizens Awareness (CCLCA) and the Public Interest Lawyers League (PILL), have expressed their support for the recent verdict that dismissed a suit seeking to compel the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to conduct fresh elections in Rivers State for 27 lawmakers. The…
22 Sep
A group operating under the aegis of Concerned Rivers People (CRP) has commended the ruling delivered by Justice Peter Lifu of the Federal High Court in Abuja, which on Friday dismissed a suit seeking to compel the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to hold fresh or by-elections to replace 27 Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) lawmakers.…
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