Mr. Linus Okorie, the Labour Party’s senatorial candidate for Ebonyi South senatorial zone, has emphasized the illegality of Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) considering a fresh election for the zone. Okorie’s statement comes amidst growing speculation about potential replacements for his opponent David Umahi in the Senate, including campaign posters flooding the region.

Mr. Okorie underscored that no election should be held until the final resolution of the 2023 Ebonyi South Senatorial Election in the court. Having already taken the All Progressive Congress (APC) and David Umahi to court to contest the outcome of the election, Okorie’s intent is clear – he believes the election’s legality is under question.

As the proceedings continue, Mr. Okorie shared his views on the ongoing legal process: “Today, the Tribunal is sitting to adopt all the final addresses of all the parties. After today, they (the tribunal) will reserve judgement, which may be next week.” He elucidated that the court’s judgment will determine the next course of action, highlighting that if the court rules in favor of Umahi, a new election might be scheduled by INEC. However, if the court’s decision is not in Umahi’s favor, INEC’s ability to proceed with an election would be restricted.

Clarifying the process, Mr. Okorie stated, “There will be no election until the final determination of the 2023 Ebonyi South senatorial election in Court, starting from the Tribunal and maybe to the Court of Appeal, if any party feels dissatisfied with whatever the Tribunal rules.”

As for his confidence in the judicial process, Mr. Okorie expressed optimism that justice would be served: “I ran that election, and clearly my people voted for me, but we are in court, and I expect that the court will give me justice.” He highlighted his commitment to the rule of law, mentioning his willingness to accept the court’s ruling while reserving the right to appeal if necessary.

It’s worth noting that David Umahi currently serves as the Minister for Works, and the seat for Ebonyi South remains vacant in the 10th Senate. As the legal proceedings unfold, the political landscape of Ebonyi South’s senatorial zone remains uncertain, pending the court’s verdict on the matter.

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