Findings indicate that lawyers to the state governor have begun studying the results from some polling units in the state with a view to identifying any irregularities, NNL has learnt.
The three lawyers working on the matter are: Mr. Kola Adegoke (SAN), Dr. Abiodun Layonu (SAN) and Senator Bashir Ajibola, who is also the Director-General of Oyetola’s campaign.
One of our correspondents learnt that a letter would soon be forwarded to the INEC to obtain certified true copies of result sheets to compare them with the ones signed by polling agents.
Should they establish a solid case, Oyetola will be expected to set up a larger legal team made up of some of the most notable senior advocates to challenge the victory of the PDP.
“For now, our internal lawyers are looking through the available documents for any irregularities. Should we establish a good case, we will hire some of the biggest senior advocates to challenge the PDP’s victory in court,” an aide to Oyetola stated.
Confirming his involvement in Oyetola’s legal matter, Adegoke told our correspondent that he and his colleagues were still sifting through the documents.
He added that because election matters are time-bound, he and the team would have to work quickly.
“We are still looking through the documents for now. Once we are satisfied, we will take the appropriate steps. We have not made any official statement on the election for now because we are still working on it.
“The matter is limited by time so we will make sure that we wrap up everything within the time limited by law,” Adegoke added. Continue Reading
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