25% of FCT Votes is Constitutionally Compulsory

Section 134(2)(b) of the 1999 Constitution (as amended) is clear and unambiguous, direct and simple.

To be declared Presidential winner, a candidate must secure at least 1/4th (25%) of votes cast in 2/3rd of the entire 36 States of Nigeria (that is in 24 states). Also, the candidate must also secure not less than 25% of the votes cast at the FCT.

The literal interpretation of this section is that a candidate must secure 1/4th (25%) of votes cast in 2/3rd of the entire 36 States of Nigeria and 1/4th (25%) of votes cast in FCT. This provision is so clear, direct and unambiguous, that you don’t need a Professor of Constitutional Law to comprehend. The use of the word “and” had been held by the Supreme Court to be conjunctive, which implies that the conditions in Section 134(2)(b) are conjunctive and mandatory.

Resort to Section 299 (which states that the FCT is to be treated as a State in Nigeria), is a general provision that has no bearing on Section 134. A general provision cannot override a specific provision. Section 134(2)(b) is a specific provision on the conditions for declaration of a candidate and the presidential winner at the polls.

In conclusion, with the result of the general elections as published by INEC, the contest is still open, as none of the candidates has satisfied the legal threshold in Section 134.

Ireportlive:
Ask Obi supporters how many States did Obi win and they conviniently add Abuja as a State

Globad:
Nonsense

So what will happen if a candidate scores 25% in 36 states except in FCT? He won't be sworn in?

Rubbish

You guys should stop this FCT nonsense

ganisucks:
Hmmm, Baba blue DSS go carry una go panti O!

Newton2024:
If Obi was in Tinubu's shoes, would this have been your response? Be sincere.

FreeStuffsNG:

Sn is not seeing them now that NL is being used by these unpatriotic elements and he is not doing anything about it until others start speaking the language these elements like OP understand

Globad:
Nonsense

So what will happen if a candidate scores 25% in 36 states except in FCT? He won't be sworn in?

Rubbish

You guys should stop this FCT nonsense

Ireportlive:




Yes that would be my response what makes Obi different from Tinubu?!... All votes are the same, FCT or any States, All citizens have equal right, and all Federating Unit making the Republic of Nigeria all have equal powers under the law..

It absurd to suddenly think Abuja is any different from any state

This is discrimination against other voters of other states

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FreeStuffsNG:



The DSS supports the President and Commander-in-Chief in his avowed commitment to a hitch-free handover and will assiduously work in this direction. It also supports the Presidential Transition Council and such other related bodies in the States. It will collaborate with them and sister security and law enforcement agencies to ensure seamless inaugurations come 29th May, 2023.

Consequently, the Service strongly warns those organising to thwart democracy in the country to retract from their devious schemes and orchestrations. Stakeholders, notably judicial authorities, media and the Civil Society, are enjoined to be watchful and cautious to avoid being used as instruments to subvert peace and stability of the nation.

While its monitoring continues, the DSS will not hesitate to take decisive and necessary legal steps against these misguided elements to frustrate their obnoxious intentions.

Peter Afunanya PhD, fsi
Public Relations Officer
Department of State Services
National Headquarters
Abuja
29th March, 2023

https://twitter.com/OfficialDSSNG/status/1641103330876194817?t=DfYqARoMzMFzMA_bxUtCAA&s=19

Seun is not seeing them now that NL is being used by these unpatriotic elements to subvert our democracy and he is not doing anything about it yet until others start speaking the language these elements like OP understand.

a4cube:
They should made it 2/3 of 37 states. The constitution is clear 36 states and Abuja. Just like 5 credits and English in the case of jamb.

a4cube:
They are not the once that wrote the constitution. In such senerior their will be a rerun. It is also in the constitution.

Ireportlive:


This isn't jamb

2/3 law applies to all State of the federation during governorship election

A Governor must have popular votes and 25% votes in 2/3 of all States LGA

You can loose State Capital or Federal Capital and still Govern and that's why INEC issued a certificate of return

Ireportlive:


This isn't jamb

2/3 law applies to all State of the federation during governorship election

A Governor must have popular votes and 25% votes in 2/3 of all States LGA

You can loose State Capital or Federal Capital and still Govern and that's why INEC issued a certificate of return

Newton2024:


https://www.google.com/amp/s/www.thisdaylive.com/index.php/2023/03/07/is-25-of-fct-votes-required-to-win

Newton2024:


https://www.google.com/amp/s/www.thisdaylive.com/index.php/2023/03/07/is-25-of-fct-votes-required-to-win

Massiveglory:
The constitution of federal republic of Nigeria is clear on the parameters to be fulfilled before anyone will be sworn in as the president of Nigeria.
The constitution of Nigeria is bigger than mahood yakubu.
The constitution is bigger than the DSS.
The constitution is bigger than you and I.

Every president in Nigeria, since 1999 has scored at least 25% in the FCT.

Swearing in tinubu is swearing in an unconstitutional presidency which is just like a having a military government.
Swearing in tinubu is swearing in illegality, which is tantamount to giving open way for lawlessness.

Number two us that a druggie cannot lead Nigeria. That will be a national and international embrassment on Nigeria and Nigerians that will not stand.

Tinubu is heading to great fall.

a4cube:
They are not the once that wrote the constitution. In such senerior their will be a rerun. It is also in the constitution.

Globad:
Nonsense

So what will happen if a candidate scores 25% in 36 states except in FCT? He won't be sworn in?

Rubbish

You guys should stop this FCT nonsense

Globad:
Nonsense

So what will happen if a candidate scores 25% in 36 states except in FCT? He won't be sworn in?

Rubbish

You guys should stop this FCT nonsense