JUST IN: PEPT Dismisses APM’s Suit Seeking Shettima’s Disqualification

The Presidential Election Petition Tribunal has made a decisive ruling, dismissing a suit brought forth by the Allied Peoples Movement (APM). This suit sought the disqualification of Vice President Kashim Shettima.

The core argument put forth by the APM was that Kashim Shettima, the Vice President, had been improperly sponsored by the All Progressives Congress (APC) when he was nominated as the vice-presidential candidate for the election. The opposition party contended that Shettima maintained his status as the APC candidate for the Borno Central Senatorial District on July 14, despite accepting the nomination for the vice-presidential candidacy.

Nevertheless, on Wednesday, the Presidential Election Petition Tribunal rendered its verdict on the case. The Tribunal ruled that this matter falls within the category of pre-election issues and, as such, it did not possess the jurisdiction to entertain the case.

This development marks a significant moment in the ongoing political landscape, with the Tribunal’s ruling effectively quashing the APM’s efforts to challenge Vice President Shettima’s candidacy. As the political climate continues to evolve, this decision is sure to have implications for the future of the electoral process. Stay tuned for further updates on this matter.