Kwara Chief Justice Sets Up Local Government Election Tribunals

Kwara Chief Justice Sets Up Local Government Election Tribunals

Ahead of the local government elections in Kwara State scheduled for September 21, Chief Judge Justice Abiodun Adebara inaugurated two sets of election petition tribunals on Thursday. Each tribunal comprises a three-member panel with a chairman and two members……CONTINUE READING

The first panel is chaired by Chief Magistrate Jibril Salihu, with Muhammed Aluko and Adeniyi Moses as members. The second panel is led by Chief Magistrate Abubakar Ndakene, with Adebola Mercy and Abdulhamid Olatunji as members.

During the ceremony at the Kwara State Judiciary’s Conference Room, Justice Adebara emphasized the importance of resolving election disputes swiftly. He highlighted that election tribunals are crucial for maintaining public confidence and ensuring the democratic process functions effectively.

Justice Adebara expressed confidence in the selected members, noting their integrity and competence, and urged them to perform their duties impartially. He also addressed the absence of Bar members on the panels, stating that they would be included in future appointments.

Additionally, an election registry has been established at the High Court complex. Responding on behalf of the panels, Salihu thanked the state judiciary and pledged to uphold the highest standards of justice.