APC Lawyers Demand NJC Investigation into Arrest Order
The APC Progressive Lawyers Forum has urged the National Judicial Council (NJC) to investigate an arrest order issued by an Abuja magistrate against former Imo State Governor, Senator Rochas Okorocha, and Senator Ifeanyi Ararume. This order relates to the disputed All Progressives Congress (APC) senatorial ticket for Imo West.
The Forum called for a review of the legality of the order and suggested suspending its enforcement during the review process. They expressed concerns that the arrest order could impact the ongoing legal battle regarding the APC senatorial ticket, especially with the Federal High Court set to deliver a judgment on rival claims for the Orlu and Okigwe senatorial zones.
The Forum alleged that the order was influenced by supporters of Governor Hope Uzodimma, urging an investigation into these claims. They emphasized the need for judicial integrity and the importance of resolving the dispute through the courts rather than through actions that could undermine public confidence in the judicial process.
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