{"id":135997,"date":"2024-10-28T23:15:48","date_gmt":"2024-10-28T22:15:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/nigeria\/uncategorized\/comedy-taken-too-far-coalition-condemns-kano-local-government-polls-amid-court-order"},"modified":"2024-10-29T00:23:48","modified_gmt":"2024-10-28T23:23:48","slug":"comedy-taken-too-far-coalition-condemns-kano-local-government-polls-amid-court-order","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/nigeria\/policy\/comedy-taken-too-far-coalition-condemns-kano-local-government-polls-amid-court-order","title":{"rendered":"\u2018Comedy taken too far\u2019 \u2013 Coalition condemns Kano local government polls amid court order"},"content":{"rendered":"

Africa-Press – Nigeria. <\/strong><\/span>The National Patriotic Coalition (NPC) has criticized the recent local government election in Kano State, describing it as a \u201csham\u201d and a clear affront to democratic principles.<\/p>\n

Despite a Federal High Court ruling that invalidated the candidacy of New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) contenders, observers allege that Governor Abba Yusuf proceeded with the election in direct defiance of judicial authority.<\/p>\n

In a statement signed by Kunle Solomon, the NPC asserted that the results\u2014where the NNPP claimed victory across all 44 chairmanships and 484 councillorship seats\u2014lack legitimacy.<\/p>\n

Solomon described the process as \u201ca comedy taken too far\u201d and referred to it as a \u201ckangaroo election\u201d that saw the participation of underage children.<\/p>\n

The statement criticized Governor Yusuf\u2019s decision to proceed with the polls, asserting that he lacks both preparation and understanding of the electoral process.<\/p>\n

\u201cThe National Patriotic Coalition (NPC) strongly condemns the recent local government elections in Kano State as a sham and a blatant disregard for democracy,\u201d the statement read.<\/p>\n

\u201cBy ignoring a Federal High Court ruling that disqualified NNPP candidates, Governor Yusuf has demonstrated contempt for the rule of law and judicial authority. This contravenes Section 287(1) of the 1999 Constitution, which mandates that the rulings of the Supreme Court and other federal courts be respected across the federation by all individuals and authorities.\u201d<\/p>\n

The NPC further asserted that election materials were either not printed by the state electoral commission or, where they were, that children were allegedly engaged in thumbprinting and result declarations.<\/p>\n

\u201cThis travesty is unacceptable and erodes the democratic process,\u201d the NPC remarked. \u201cThe people of Kano deserve an election that reflects their will, not one that diminishes Nigeria\u2019s standing in the international community.\u201d<\/p>\n

The NPC urged authorities to investigate and rectify the alleged irregularities that marred the election.<\/p>\n

\u201cThe National Patriotic Coalition stands with the people of Kano in their pursuit of true democracy,\u201d Solomon stated.<\/p>\n

\u201cGovernor Yusuf\u2019s actions are a direct assault on democratic values, and his disregard for judicial orders is a threat to the rule of law. We call on him to take responsibility, to respect the Constitution, and to ensure that future elections are free, fair, and reflective of the people\u2019s will.\u201d<\/p>\n

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