Zamfara State Police Imposes Ban on Political Gatherings: OGM News– The Commissioner of Zamfara State Police, Muhammad Dalijan, has issued a ban on all political gatherings and rallies in anticipation of the impending Supreme Court judgment on the governorship election. The decision, aimed at maintaining peace and order, comes just hours before the court’s verdict…
Supreme Court has revealed a pivotal update regarding the appeals related to the Kano state governorship election. The court has scheduled Friday as the decisive day for delivering the highly anticipated judgment, signaling a critical juncture in the legal proceedings surrounding this electoral dispute. This announcement has captured the attention of various stakeholders, creating a…
The Supreme Court made a decisive ruling on Wednesday, marking the conclusion of a legal battle surrounding the Adamawa governorship election. The apex court dismissed an appeal brought forward by the Social Democratic Party (SDP) and its candidate, Umar Ardo, following a plea from the candidate’s counsel to withdraw the case. The five-member panel, presided…
The Nigerian Supreme Court recently made a significant decision in the realm of state politics, dismissing an appeal that contested the election victory of Governor Hyacinth Alia in Benue State. The appeal, originally filed by Mr. Titus Uba of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), had been a contentious issue since its initiation. However, the tide…
The Michigan Supreme Court has firmly rejected an appeal seeking to prevent former President Donald Trump from appearing on the state’s 2024 ballot. The basis of this appeal was Section 3 of the 14th Amendment, a constitutional provision that addresses individuals who have been involved in insurrection against the United States government. Michigan Supreme Court…
The Wisconsin Supreme Court has ruled in favor of striking down the existing legislative maps, which have been under scrutiny for their alleged extreme partisan gerrymandering favoring Republicans. The decision comes in response to a petition filed on behalf of Wisconsin voters challenging the constitutionality of the state’s Assembly and Senate maps, citing violations of…
A legal development coming out of Washington DC- The US Supreme Court has rejected a request from Special Prosecutor Jack Smith to fast-track the review of former President Donald Trump‘s assertion of “absolute presidential immunity.” This decision marks a crucial turn in the 2020 election interference case against Trump, where Smith sought expedited consideration from…
The Supreme Court, under the guidance of Justice Inyang Okoro, has chosen to withhold judgment in the appeal related to the Kano State governorship election. This pivotal decision, made on Thursday by a five-member panel of justices, underscores the gravity of the case. Following an exhaustive examination of arguments presented by legal representatives, the court’s…
The Colorado Supreme Court voted 4-3 to remove former President Donald Trump from presidential primary ballots, citing Section 3 of the 14th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution. This section prohibits individuals who have “engaged in insurrection” from holding office. The court ruled that Trump’s actions in attempting to overturn the 2020 presidential election amounted to…
Governor Hope Uzodinma’s Legitimacy Affirms: The Supreme Court has decisively rejected an application by Emeka Ihedioha of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), challenging the legitimacy of Governor Hope Uzodinma’s tenure as the Governor of Imo state. The court’s lead judgment, delivered by Justice Tijjani Abubakar on Tuesday, emphasized that the application lacked merit and was…
