Atiku, Obi Vs Tinubu: Nigerians Sign Petition, Make 1 Crucial Demand From Tribunal

• The Presidential Election Petition Court (PEPC) has been urged to deliver a just and unbiased verdict
• The Coalition of Concerned Nigerians (CCN) made the appeal in a petition addressed to Hon. Justice Haruna Tsammani
• The group alongside concerned Nigerians also signed a petition demanding justice and transparency

The Coalition of Concerned Nigerians (CCN) and over 100 Nigerians have signed a petition demanding justice and transparency from the Presidential Election Petition Court (PEPC).

As reported by the Vanguard, this was contained in the petition addressed to the chairman of the tribunal, Hon. Justice Haruna Tsammani.

Deliver just and unbiased verdict

The group urged the presidential tribunal to prioritize the interests of Nigerians above every other thing.

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“The judiciary holds the sacred responsibility of being the last hope of the common man. Nigerians at home and abroad anxiously look forward to you for justice in this unprecedented and distinct election. Your decisions will profoundly impact the course of our nation’s future. This is a golden opportunity for each of you to etch your names in the annals of Nigerian history by upholding the principles of justice and equity.

“In the words of Martin Luther King Jr., “Injustice anywhere is a threat to justice everywhere.” As guardians of justice, we implore you to recognize the profound importance of your role and the impact it has on our society as a whole.

“By delivering a just and unbiased verdict, you will not only uphold the principles of justice but also inspire faith and confidence in our judiciary. Justice delayed is justice denied. Let us unite in our pursuit of a Nigeria where justice prevails, and democracy thrives.”

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Tribunal warned not to deliver judgement that will set Nigeria ablaze

In a similar story, Legit.ng reported that the Presidential Election Petitions Tribunal (PEPT) has been warned not to deliver any verdict that will set the country ablaze.

The spokesperson of the Diaspora Action for Democracy in Africa (DADA), Great Jonathan, gave the warning during a press conference in Abuja on Thursday, August 17.

Tribunal reserves judgement challenging Tinubu’s victory

The Presidential Election Petitions Court (PEPC) in Abuja has reserved judgement challenging the victory of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu at the February 25 presidential election.

The tribunal said the date of the judgement would be communicated to the parties. A five-member of justices led by Justice Haruna Tsammani stated this on Tuesday, August 1.

Tribunal reserves judgement on Obi’s petition

The presidential Election Petitions Tribunal sitting in Abuja has reserved judgment on the petition of Labour Party (LP), Presidential Candidate, Peter Obi, challenging the victory of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.

The five-member justices led by Justice Haruna Tsammani, on Tuesday, August 1, said the court will communicate the judgement date to the parties.

Source: Legit.ng