Nasarawa State Chief Judge Inaugurates Local Government Elections Petition Tribunal and Appeals 2024

As Nasarawa State gears up for its local government elections, Chief Judge Justice Aisha Bashir Aliyu has officially inaugurated the Local Government Elections Petition Tribunal and Appeals 2024.

The inauguration ceremony took place at the High Court complex in Lafia, marking a significant step towards ensuring the integrity and fairness of the electoral process.

In line with Section 32, subsections 1 and 4 of the Nasarawa State Local Government Election Law of 2018, Justice Aliyu constituted the electoral tribunal and appeals to address any disputes that may arise during the election.

The Chief Judge emphasized the immense responsibility placed upon the tribunal members, urging them to maintain the highest standards of integrity and avoid any actions that could tarnish the judiciary’s reputation.

Justice Aliyu highlighted that the tribunal members were carefully selected and encouraged them to provide selfless service, upholding the judiciary’s role as the last hope for the common man, regardless of financial influence.

The Chairman of the Appeals Panel, Justice Mustapha Ramat, expressed gratitude to the Chief Judge for their appointment and assured her that the panel would diligently fulfill its responsibilities for the betterment of all citizens.

To ensure fair and just handling of petitions, four separate panels will operate in Keffi, Akwanga, and Lafia, covering the three senatorial districts of the state.

This strategic move aims to provide accessible and impartial dispute resolution mechanisms for all stakeholders involved in the local government elections.