INEC closes defence in A/Ibom Election Petition Tribunal

News Express |18th Sep 2015 | 3,937

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has on Thursday closed its defence in the Akwa State Governorship Election Petition Tribunal.

Lawyer to the INEC, Alex Ojiekeme, who announced the closing of the defense said INEC is satisfied with the testimonies of the witnesses, filed which he says are sufficient to prove there was election in Akwa Ibom State.

The tribunal has adjourned till October 8 giving the lawyer’s three weeks to prepare their final addresses which will be taken alongside all pending applications. (Channels TV)

•Photo shows Gov. Emmanuel

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