The Court of Appeal in Abuja has rejected six legal challenges questioning the eligibility of Abdulghani Rotimi Arobo as the All Progressives Congress (APC) candidate for Ondo State's Owo/Ose Federal Constituency. The ruling supports a previous decision by the Federal High Court, which confirmed Arobo's victory in the APC primary election held on 16 [date incomplete].
The appeals, filed by opposition groups and local political figures, contested Arobo's qualification for the position. The Court of Appeal ruled that the initial court decision was valid and that there was no legal basis to overturn it. The ruling was delivered in a public session, with both the APC and opposing legal teams present.
This decision follows a series of legal challenges in Nigerian politics, where candidates often face multiple appeals to contest their eligibility. Arobo's candidacy is part of the upcoming federal elections, which are scheduled for February 2023. The ruling is expected to stabilize the political landscape in Ondo State ahead of the election. The Court of Appeal emphasized the importance of adhering to legal procedures and maintaining the integrity of the electoral process.
