In an unexpected turn of events, the Action Peoples Party (APP) has withdrawn its petition challenging the February 25 presidential election.
The Presidential Petition Election Court (PREPEC), led by a five-member panel of justice headed by Justice Haruna Tsammani, dismissed the case following the party’s announcement.
APP’s Sudden Withdrawal
At the resumed hearing, counsel to the APP, Obed Agu Esq, announced that the party and its presidential candidate, Simon Nnadi, have decided to withdraw the petition. However, no further reasons were provided for the withdrawal.
“We, the Action Peoples Party and our presidential candidate, Simon Nnadi, have decided to withdraw our petition challenging the February 25 presidential election. We will not be providing any further reasons at this time.” – Obed Agu Esq
The Impact on the Political Landscape
The dismissal of the petition by PREPEC has caused ripples in the political landscape, with many speculating on the reasons behind APP’s sudden change of heart. Some experts have suggested that the withdrawal might be due to:
- Lack of substantial evidence to support their claims
- Internal disagreements within the party
- Possible negotiations with the winning party
Nevertheless, the dismissal of the case has brought closure to the election dispute, allowing the elected government to focus on governance and national development.
Previous Election Disputes
Election disputes are not new in Nigeria. In the past, various parties have challenged the outcomes of elections. One notable example is the 2015 presidential election petition, which also resulted in the dismissal of the case after the opposition failed to provide substantial evidence to support their claims.
Conclusion
The withdrawal of the petition by the APP and the subsequent dismissal of the case by PREPEC has brought an end to the election dispute. While the reasons behind the withdrawal remain unclear, the decision has allowed the elected government to move forward with its plans for the nation. It remains to be seen how the APP and its supporters will respond to this development, and what it means for the party’s future.
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