Bayelsa poll court disqualifies apc deputy governorship candidate

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Breaking News: Bayelsa Poll Court Disqualifies APC Deputy Governorship Candidate

The Bayelsa State Governorship Election Petition Tribunal has disqualified the All Progressives Congress (APC) deputy governorship candidate, Senator Biobarakuma Degi-Eremienyo, from participating in the November 16, 2020 governorship election.

The tribunal, in a ruling delivered on Friday, January 15, 2021, held that Degi-Eremienyo's nomination was invalid due to discrepancies in his academic credentials.

The APC had presented Degi-Eremienyo as its running mate to the governorship candidate, David Lyon, but the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) had challenged his nomination, citing inconsistencies in his educational qualifications.

The tribunal, in its ruling, upheld the PDP's petition and disqualified Degi-Eremienyo from the election, citing Section 182(1)(j) of the Electoral Act, which prohibits a candidate from presenting false information in their nomination papers.

The ruling has significant implications for the APC's chances in the Bayelsa governorship election, as Degi-Eremienyo was a key member of the party's ticket. The APC has yet to comment on the ruling, but it is expected to appeal the decision.

Stay tuned for further updates on this developing story!