Court Orders INEC to Conduct Elections in Kogi by 2027

On a recent ruling, the Federal High Court in Lokoja, presided over by Justice Isah Danshan, ordered the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to restore and conduct elections in constituencies in Kogi State that have been suppressed. The court declared it mandatory for INEC to hold elections in these constituencies by the year 2027.

The judgment emphasized the injustices faced by these constituencies, particularly noting that they have been deprived of electoral representation since their creation. The court's decision reflects a commitment to ensuring that the electoral rights of the affected constituencies are upheld and that INEC is held accountable for its failure to conduct elections in these areas.