Court Affirms Olawepo-Hashim as Accord Party Candidate
On October 6, 2026, the Federal High Court in Abuja ruled that Dr. Gbenga Olawepo-Hashim is the lawful presidential candidate for the Accord Party in the upcoming 2027 elections. Justice Mohammed Umar issued an order for the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to upload Olawepo-Hashim's name as the party's candidate.
The court's decision followed Olawepo-Hashim's application, which sought to compel the Accord Party to recognize him as its candidate and to forward his name to INEC. Justice Umar confirmed that the primary election that nominated Olawepo-Hashim was conducted lawfully, dismissing the cancellation of the primary as uncommunicated and therefore irrelevant.
Following the court's ruling, Olawepo-Hashim expressed his commitment to preparing for the elections, stating that the victory was significant for both him and the Accord Party, and announced plans to commence campaigning within two weeks.
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