The court delivered a significant blow to the APC today as it emerged that their star witness lacked any registration in the voter’s register from the claimed polling unit, casting doubt on the legitimacy of their election victory.
During proceedings, the APC lawyer faced embarrassment as the witness they presented failed to produce any record from the polling unit he purportedly represented.
Suleiman Ademu, who claimed to be a teacher and an APC agent during the election, was unable to substantiate his claims.
The session saw intense questioning from SDP Lawyer Barrister Akubo, who meticulously dismantled Ademu’s testimony:
- Ademu struggled to spell his own name correctly.
- He admitted to not personally verifying the records on the BVAS machine used for accreditation.
- When confronted with discrepancies between the accredited voters and the votes cast, he claimed ignorance of the documents.
Despite efforts to salvage the situation, Ademu ultimately failed to locate his name in the voter’s register, further weakening the APC’s case.
Barrister Akubo emphasized the seriousness of the proceedings, stating, “Litigation is not a game of hide and seek.” He underscored the readiness of the SDP to face any witnesses presented by the APC, highlighting the lack of preparedness on the part of the opposition.
With no alternative witnesses forthcoming from the APC, the court adjourned the proceedings until the following day, April 19th.
The day’s events underscored the importance of transparency and credibility in the electoral process, leaving some individuals visibly embarrassed by the outcome.
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