2023 Elections: Court Rules against INEC, Upholds Voter’s Right to ‘Vote Must Count’

Thisdaylive | 05-05-2026 04:27pm |

A High Court of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) has ruled against the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), affirming the principle that every vote must be counted in the electoral process. The court emphasized that the judiciary has a responsibility to intervene in electoral matters to ensure the protection of voters' rights, rejecting the notion of remaining passive in the face of electoral disputes. This decision reinforces the legal framework surrounding the conduct of elections in Nigeria, highlighting the importance of accountability and transparency in the electoral system.

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