Court Declares Omo-Osagie Efosa NDC Candidate for 2027
The Federal High Court in Benin City has ruled to remove Uyi Omosigho as the Nigerian Democratic Congress (NDC) candidate for Oredo Federal Constituency, directing the party to recognize Omo-Osagie Efosa as the legitimate flag-bearer for the 2027 general elections. This ruling was delivered on Tuesday in suit number FHC/B/C/60/2026.
Omo-Osagie Efosa filed the case against five defendants, including Uyi Omosigho, the NDC, the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Engr. David Olukoga, and Fredrick Endorokeme Owotorufa. Presiding Judge Professor Chuka Obizor criticized INEC for its handling of pre-election disputes and noted that the party leadership failed to prove Omosigho's victory in the primary.
The court ordered the NDC to declare Omo the winner of the primary and submit his name to INEC. Following the judgment, Efosa expressed gratitude to Senator Seriake Dickson for his support during the legal process.
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