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Court Dismisses Shaibu’s Request To Nullify Edo PDP Guber Primary

A lawsuit filed by the impeached Deputy Governor of Edo State, Phillip Shaibu, seeking to void the February 22, governorship primary of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the state has been dismissed.

Justice James Omotosho of the Federal High Court in Abuja on Monday held that Shaibu did not have the legal standing to challenge the outcome of the primary because he did not fully participate in it and was not present at the venue on the day it took place.

The judge further ruled that Shaibu’s application was premature because he failed to exhaust the internal dispute resolution mechanism within the party before he approached the court.

READ: Tribunal Dismisses Ajaka’s Case, Affirms Ododo As Kogi Gov

According to the judge, Shaibu as a member of the party was obligated to follow its rules and regulations, which require an aggrieved aspirant to approach the party’s Appeal Committee before filing a lawsuit.

He stated that there was sufficient evidence indicating Ighodalo’s victory in the primary.

Kazeem Badmus

Kazeem Badmus is a graduate of Mass Communication with years of experience. A professional in journalism and media writing, Kazeem prioritses accuracy and factual reportage of issues. He is also a dexterous finder of the truth with conscious delivery of unbiased and development oriented stories.

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