The Abuja Court of Appeal has ruled in favor of Yusuf Umar Datti from the New Nigeria People’s Party, overturning the victory of Musa Ilyasu Kwankwaso of the All Progressives Congress in the Kura/Madobi/Garun Malam Federal Constituency Election.
The three-panel, presided over by Justice Tunde Oyebamiji Awotoye, accepted Yusuf Datti’s appeal, stating that the tribunal had erred in calculating the date of the appellant’s resignation, considering it on the day of his party’s primary election.
Additionally, they noted that Section 77 of the Electoral Act had been misapplied and emphasized that no court has the authority to decide on matters concerning party membership.
Further details to be provided later.