Recent Sacking of Seven Lawmakers by the Court of Appeal: List, Reasons, Implications
In recent weeks, a series of judgments by the Court of Appeal has led to the removal of seven federal lawmakers from their respective seats. Each legislator faced dismissal for different reasons, causing significant discussion and speculation. The affected lawmakers include:
1. **Elisha Abbo (Adamawa North):** Elisha Abbo was the first among the lawmakers to be sacked. He represents the Adamawa North senatorial district. His removal from office was followed by several legal developments that ultimately resulted in his disqualification. Notably, Abbo is a member of the All Progressives Congress (APC).
2. **Abubakar Sadiku-Ohere (Kogi Central):** Abubakar Sadiku-Ohere, another APC member, also faced the consequences of a Court of Appeal judgment, which led to his removal from office. He represented the Kogi Central senatorial district.
3. **Darlington Nwokocha:** The Court of Appeal, Lagos Division, delivered a verdict that resulted in the sacking of Darlington Nwokocha. The specific grounds for his removal were not mentioned in the provided information.
4. **Simon Mwadkwon (Plateau North):** Simon Mwadkwon, representing the Plateau North senatorial district, was the third senator who faced removal as a result of the Court of Appeal’s decisions. The court ordered the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to conduct a rerun within 90 days. The reasons and circumstances leading to his dismissal were not detailed in the provided information.
It is important to note that both Elisha Abbo and Abubakar Sadiku-Ohere belong to the All Progressives Congress (APC). The sacking of these lawmakers raises questions about the legal proceedings, reasons, and implications of these decisions. The situations surrounding their removal may have political and legal consequences that continue to attract public attention and discussions.
