Ned Nwoko to appeal ruling on Okowa’s senatorial candidacy

Senator Ned Nwoko has announced his intention to appeal a Federal High Court ruling that struck out his legal challenge against Senator Ifeanyi Okowa's candidacy for the APC senatorial seat. Nwoko's legal team characterized the ruling as unfortunate, stating their firm belief that the Court of Appeal will reverse the decision.

In a statement, Nwoko asserted that the court's ruling was not grounded in the substantive merits of the case, which he contends has not yet been properly heard. He highlighted that the court had initially granted him leave to amend his legal documents before rescinding that order sua sponte, an action he deemed unjustified.

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We have instructed our counsel to file an appeal immediately and are confident that the appellate court will overturn it.

Nwoko alleged that the court's action amounted to an attempt to sabotage the core of his lawsuit at a preliminary stage. He emphasized the imperative need for the case to be heard on its actual merits to ensure justice is served.

Despite the setback, the senator affirmed his unwavering determination to pursue the appeal. He remains committed to upholding principles of equity, transparency, party unity, and the overall progress of Delta State, vowing to see the matter through to a just conclusion.

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This is an attempt to sabotage the substantive suit at this preliminary stage, and it is imperative that the suit be heard on its merits.