Atiku abubakr tribunal news
You're looking for news updates on the Atiku Abubakar tribunal case. Here are some recent developments:
Latest Update: The Presidential Election Petition Tribunal (PEPT) has dismissed the petition filed by Atiku Abubakar, the candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), challenging the victory of President Muhammadu Buhari in the 2019 presidential election.
Background: Atiku Abubakar had filed a petition at the tribunal, alleging that the election was marred by irregularities and that he was the rightful winner. The petition was filed on behalf of the PDP and Atiku Abubakar.
Tribunal's Ruling: On September 11, 2019, the tribunal delivered its judgment, dismissing the petition and upholding the victory of President Buhari. The tribunal held that the petitioners failed to prove their allegations of irregularities and that the election was free and fair.
Reactions: The ruling has been met with mixed reactions. The All Progressives Congress (APC) and President Buhari have welcomed the judgment, while the PDP and Atiku Abubakar have expressed disappointment and vowed to appeal the decision.
Appeal: The PDP and Atiku Abubakar have already filed an appeal against the tribunal's ruling at the Supreme Court. The appeal is pending and is expected to be heard in the coming weeks.
Key Issues: Some of the key issues that were raised during the tribunal's proceedings include:
- Allegations of server hacking and manipulation of election results.
- Claims of non-compliance with the Electoral Act and the Constitution.
- Disputes over the authenticity of the election results.
- Allegations of bias and partiality by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC).
Next Steps: The Supreme Court will hear the appeal filed by the PDP and Atiku Abubakar. If the appeal is successful, it could lead to a re-run of the election or a declaration of Atiku Abubakar as the winner. If the appeal is dismissed, the ruling of the tribunal will stand, and President Buhari will remain in office.
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