In a statement on Monday, October 28, Dr Kunle Solomon of the NPC said the elections were conducted despite a Federal High Court ruling sacking New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) candidates.
The coalition of election observers accused Governor Abba Yusuf of undermining the rule of law and judicial authority by proceeding with the exercise.
The NPC stated that the election’s outcome, with the NNPP sweeping all seats, lacks legitimacy.
Among other allegations, the group accused the state electoral commission of failure to print election materials and engaging children to thumbprint and declare unverified results.
The NPC urged relevant authorities to investigate gross irregularities and ensure accountability and justice.
The coalition said it stands in solidarity with Kano residents seeking genuine democracy.
It called on Governor Yusuf to address election irregularities, uphold court orders, and ensure the integrity of future elections.
In a related development, the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Kano state said the local government elections conducted by the Kano State Independent Electoral Commission (KANSIEC) are illegal.
The party said its stance is based on a court order by Justice Simon Amobede of the state Federal High Court, which has yet to be appealed.
Rabi’u Bichi, an APC chieftain, said that the recent Federal High Court judgment quashing all NNPP chairmanship candidates further reinforces their claims of the election’s illegitimacy.
Source: TimesNow.com.ng
