Chidoka Urges That Election Petitions Be Finalized Before Swearing-In

Chidoka Urges That Election Petitions Be Finalized Before Swearing-In....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

Former Aviation Minister Osita Chidoka has urged the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to resolve all election-related petitions before the inauguration of elected officials. Speaking on Channels Television’s Sunday Politics, Chidoka discussed the ongoing legal challenges to the results of the off-cycle governorship elections held in Kogi, Imo, and Bayelsa states on November 11, 2023…… CONTINUE READING 

Chidoka criticized INEC for not utilizing its mechanism to review results within seven days, which he believes has not been effectively applied. He emphasized that elected officials should not benefit from any electoral irregularities and that all results should be thoroughly examined.

“All petitions must be resolved before swearing-in. We need to ensure that no one exploits gaps in the election process. Results should be meticulously reviewed and all relevant paper ballots should be audited,” Chidoka said.

He further suggested that INEC should compare the BVAS results with the data entered and cancel any results as needed. Additionally, he called for a return to the recommendations of the Justice Uwais report and the establishment of an Election Offences Tribunal.

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