BY BETI ONU AWKA
Party Cries Foul Over Lack of Budgetary Provision, Rushed Election Process
The Labour Party has taken its grievances over the recent local government elections to court, citing the absence of budgetary provisions and a hurried electoral process.
At a press conference addressed by Engineer Theo Egbe, the party’s state publicity secretary, the Labour Party expressed its regret over the rushed conduct of the polls.
Egbe argued that the elections were conducted without proper financial provisions, rendering the process improper.
The party has threatened legal action to contest the validity of the elections, citing the irregularities.
However, Egbe urged party members to prepare for the elections while the court matter continues.
The Labour Party’s move is seen as a bold step towards ensuring the integrity of the electoral process and upholding democratic principles.
The development sets the stage for a legal showdown between the Labour Party and the relevant authorities. As the case unfolds, Nigerians will be watching closely to see how the judiciary interprets the laws guiding local government elections.
