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September 5, 2023 Tribunal Verdict: Police Issue Stern Warning To Politicians Regarding Violence

Tribunal Verdict: Police Issue Stern Warning To Politicians Regarding Violence

The police urged Nigerians to embrace peace and maintain calm, regardless of their political affiliations.

Ahead of Wednesday’s judgment to be delivered by the Presidential Election Petition Court, the Nigeria Police Force has said that policemen nationwide are “fully prepared” to maintain law and order.

In a statement on Tuesday by Force Public Relations Officer (FPRO) Muyiwa Adejobi, the police warned politicians and mischief makers against misinformation and unguided utterances capable of inciting violence.

The police said deployment across the length and breadth of Nigeria has been strengthened to forestall law and order in the country.

“The Police wish to reiterate the commitment to ensuring the safety of lives and property before, during, and after the judgment,” Adejobi said.

“The NPF has diligently emplaced all necessary deployments and security measures during this critical period as officers and men are fully prepared to maintain order and enforce laws while respecting the rights and freedoms of all citizens.”

The police “strongly cautions all individuals, including mischief makers and political gladiators, to be cautious in their actions and statements as the Force will not condone activities capable of inciting violence or causing a descent into anarchy”.

The police urged citizens to embrace peace and maintain calm, regardless of their political affiliations.

September 5, 2023 Primate Ayodele Urges Nigerians To Lower Expectations Ahead Of Presidential Tribunal

Primate Ayodele Urges Nigerians To Lower Expectations Ahead Of Presidential Tribunal

In a recent statement, Primate Elijah Ayodele, the leader of INRI Evangelical Spiritual Church, advised Nigerians to temper their expectations regarding the forthcoming verdict from the Presidential Election Petition Tribunal, scheduled for Wednesday.

Speaking through his media aide, Oluwatosin Osho, Ayodele expressed his belief that the Labour Party (LP) presidential candidate, Peter Obi, would not emerge victorious at the tribunal.

He also issued a strong call for those who may not achieve a favourable outcome in the case to maintain law and order, stressing the importance of avoiding unnecessary unrest and chaos in the country. Ayodele emphasised, "The judgment will not go as Peter Obi and his followers want it. He can’t claim any victory through the tribunal, and just as I have said, the worst that can happen is a rerun of the election, or it will remain the way it is. No matter the outcome, losers should maintain law and order; they shouldn’t throw the country into riot because they lost the case."

Ayodele acknowledged the uncertain nature of the situation, suggesting that a rerun of the election might not be certain. Still, he also believed that God had the power to influence events. He cautioned that most Nigerians might not be satisfied with the tribunal's decision due to the powers' reluctance to let justice prevail. He asserted, "They still want to retain power no matter what it takes; it won’t be an easy journey to overturn the outcome of the presidential election. I have said that the court will not be able to sack Tinubu if the opposition allows him to win the election."

The prophet also called upon the judges to uphold justice and safeguard the country's unity, regardless of any intimidation they might encounter. He recognised the current tension in the country. He underscored the pivotal role the judges would play in determining the nation's future, stating, "The judges can either make or mar the country with their judgments. There is tension in the country already, and the best they can do is to ensure justice prevails at all costs without regard for the several forms of intimidation. They should be responsible for delivering judgments regarding the case.

September 5, 2023 Femi Falana Raises Concerns Regarding Election Petition

Femi Falana Raises Concerns Regarding Election Petition

Prominent Human Rights Lawyer Femi Falana recently voiced his concerns about the judiciary's current predicament, which he believes is marred by an unprecedented wave of blackmail and intimidation about the ongoing presidential election petitions.

During a televised program, Falana underscored that, in the entire history of Nigeria, there has been no election petition that has garnered such immense attention and scrutiny since the days of colonial rule. However, he went on to express his view that this heightened level of scrutiny and the accompanying blackmail is entirely unnecessary.

Falana raised a significant concern, emphasising the misconception that everything culminates with the Presidential Election Petition Tribunal. He stressed the need to recognise that the judicial process extends beyond this phase.

Despite the overwhelming challenges posed by these circumstances, Falana did not fail to commend the judiciary for its remarkable poise and maturity in the face of blatant attempts at intimidation. The legal community, he believes, continues to demonstrate resilience and dedication in ensuring the integrity of the electoral process.

September 5, 2023 NLC Shuns Meeting With FG, Begins Two-Day Warning Strike

NLC Shuns Meeting With FG, Begins Two-Day Warning Strike

The two-day nationwide warning strike called by the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) begins today as the Congress has stuck to its gun to ground the economy.

The move has garnered widespread support from key stakeholders.

For example, the National Union of Banks, Insurance and Financial Institutions Employees (NUBIFIE) have directed its members to withdraw their services today, Tuesday, 5th September, and Wednesday, 6th September.

NUBIFIE stated this in a letter to its Zonal Council and Domestic Committee organs of the Union signed by the General Secretary, Mohammed Sheikh.

Joining the chorus of concern, the United Action Front of Civil Society has thrown its full support behind the warning strike.

In a statement signed by the Head of the National Coordinating Centre for the United Action Front of Civil Society, Wale Okunniyi, the organisation expressed outrage over the hardship of Nigerians after the fuel subsidy removal.

Also, the Maritime Workers Union of Nigeria (MWUN) has thrown its weight behind the strike in a letter signed by its Head of Media, John Ikemefuna.

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