Tribunal dismisses Oni’s case, affirms Oyebanji as duly elected Ekiti Governor

The tribunal sitting in Ado Ekiti, Ekiti State has nullified the Appeal of Segun Oni, The SDP Candidate in Ekiti State against the Incumbent, Biodun Abayomi Oyebanji.

The Tribunal determined that the validity of the certificate or qualification of the 5th respondent (Afuye) remains unchallenged, as the petitioners were unable to prove that she presented a forged certificate.

The tribunal also dismissed the issue of corrupt practices in the election, stating that the appellants did not call any witness from any polling unit or ward, and that the evidence presented by PW2 and PW3 was thrown out.

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Additionally, the petitioners were unable to provide any evidence of non-compliance with the 1999 Constitution or the provisions of the Electoral Act 2022. It is crucial to uphold the rule of law and ensure that our judicial system upholds high standards.

“Challenging the candidacy of Oyebanji can be done by the members of the same political party.

The validity of the certificate or qualification of the 5th respondent (Afuye) remains unhurt. The petitioners have been unable to prove that she presented a forged certificate.”

“We dismiss the issue of corrupt practices in the election. The appellants did not call any witness from any polling unit or ward.” -Tribunal.