Professor Yakubu raised the alarm on Tuesday at a meeting with the Chief Judge of the Federal High Court Abuja, Justice Abdul-Kafarati. The INEC chairman noted that such conflicting judgments often create confusion for his Commission and pleaded for the understanding of the judiciary. Conflicting court orders are negatively affecting the consistency, neutrality, and public perception, not only of the Commission but the Judiciary as well. “Being governed by laws enacted by the State Assemblies, the adjudication of disputes are done by the State High Courts. At the same time, My Lord the Chief Judge may consider issuing a practice direction to the Federal High Courts or take any action considered more appropriate in thisregard.”

Source: Nigerian Tribune January 23, 2018 18:33 UTC