It is a fundamental principle of natural justice that a person should not be a judge in their own cause, and that a decision-maker should be impartial and unbiased. In this regard, the concept of recusal is well-established in law, whereby a judge or decision-maker may be required to step aside if there is a reasonable apprehension of bias or a conflict of interest.
In the instant case of the Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), it appears that a significant proportion of the Nigerian electorate have expressed concerns regarding his ability to discharge his duties impartially and without bias. In light of these concerns, it is pertinent to question whether it is appropriate for the Chairman to continue to preside over the forthcoming elections.
The principle of nemo judex in causa sua (no one should be a judge in their own cause) is a cornerstone of administrative law, and it is incumbent upon the Chairman to consider whether his continued involvement in the electoral process would be consonant with the principles of fairness and impartiality. In the circumstances, it may be argued that the Chairman's insistence on presiding over the elections, notwithstanding the manifest lack of confidence in his ability to do so impartially, raises questions as to the legitimacy and integrity of the electoral process.
Peter Obi that refused lands gifted to him by Anambra State is now the Peter Obi that will collect bribe of 10 million.
10 million that will not reach Peter Obi to donate for a single nursing school.
Oga, you will do jail. It will be you like nollywood. Failed actor.
Peter Obi is very lucky he didn't give structure to this Obidient movement.
By now, everything would have been hijacked and usurped against him.
Keeping the Obidient movement free of structure, no funds and allow it to be an umbrella of Nigerian youths who are tired of the backwardness in the country and are open to Peter Obi's presidency,
Is a great move by Peter Obi.
Peter Obi really made it easy for Obidients to defend him.
Any propaganda you want to run against Obi, those guys already have a video or picture to counter your propaganda. π