Shehu Sani Advises Candidates to Reconsider Race After Ruling

Shehu Sani, a former lawmaker, issued a warning to candidates impacted by the September 24 Supreme Court ruling regarding the provisions of the Electoral Act, 2026. In a statement shared on his X handle, Sani urged these candidates to reassess their involvement in the electoral race, suggesting that they might be squandering their time and resources.

He acknowledged that while supporters of the affected candidates may encourage them to persist, such encouragement could be misleading given the legal ramifications of the ruling. Sani emphasized that the candidates should not be swayed by their supporters, as their continued participation is unlikely to yield the desired results.

He stated, “If you are one of those candidates affected by the September Supreme Court ruling, you shouldn’t waste your time and resources,” reflecting on his experience in both winning and losing elections as an active participant.