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Although the police have confirmed an arrest, investigations are continuing to establish the full circumstances surrounding the attack and identify other individuals who may have participated.
The ruling has triggered widespread reactions across the political landscape, with opposition figures questioning its timing and implications for democratic competition ahead of the 2027 general elections.
The development comes after both politicians were initially excluded from INEC's final list published on October 10, 2026.
The former lawmaker said electoral fraud undermines democracy and deprives citizens of their constitutional right to freely choose their leaders.
The resignation comes as political parties intensify preparations for the 2027 general elections, with candidate selection and party loyalty emerging as important issues.
At least 24 state Houses of Assembly must approve a constitutional amendment before it can proceed to the next stage of the legislative process.
Under the proposed joint venture, Jordan was expected to provide land for the project, while Garba would contribute $4.2 million towards construction costs.
According to him, Nigeria must become a country where citizens are not punished for demanding good governance and a better future.
He accused the ADC Presidential Campaign Council (ADC-PCC) of directing unnecessary attacks at him, Obi and the NDC instead of concentrating on presenting the credentials and policy proposals of its own candidate.
During the appeal, Ekpa presented additional evidence in support of his argument that an internal armed conflict existed in south-eastern Nigeria.
