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A constitutional lawyer, Victor Otaokpukpu, emphasizes that Senator Enyinnaya Abaribe's switch to the African Democratic Congress must adhere to the 1999 Constitution, highlighting that electoral mandates are granted to political parties, not individual candidates.
Dr. Abdussalam Kani, an economist from Sa’adatu Rimi College of Education, critiques the recent nomination of Ayodele as Minister of State for Finance, stating that concentrating revenue-generating agencies in a single region undermines national unity.
The Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) has condemned the summons issued to Chief Judge John Tsoho by the Code of Conduct Bureau (CCB), arguing that it undermines judicial independence and breaches constitutional principles.
Oba Maduabuchi, a Senior Advocate of Nigeria, asserts that the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) possesses the exclusive constitutional authority to manage elections, free from external directives.
Ademola Adeleke, the Governor of Osun State, has vowed that the people will not accept impunity or constitutional violations. Speaking at the inauguration of MINARET University, he emphasized the importance of education in their fight against oppression.
Deputy Speaker Benjamin Kalu has announced that the House of Representatives will prioritize the amendment of the Electoral Act, review constitutional changes, and examine the 2026 budget. Legislative activities were recently paused to honor deceased senators.
Human rights attorney Liborous Oshoma has condemned the ongoing withholding of local government funds in Osun State, accusing authorities of violating constitutional principles and undermining local governance.
