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Saraki: ‘you Have No Power To Summon Justice Umar’, SERAP Tells Senate by tommykiwi(m): 9:48am On Apr 20, 2016
The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has called on the leadership of the Senate to “immediately withdraw the unconstitutional summon for Justice Danladi Umar, Chairman Code of Conduct Tribunal to appear before its Ethics Committee, as the Senate cannot arrogate to itself the power to summon judges without violating constitutional safeguards.”

“The summon represents a direct assault upon the principle of judicial independence as it undermines the constitutional principle of separation of powers and guarantee of a judicial system that is free from outside influence of whatever kind and from whatever source. The Senate of Dr Bukola Saraki is perpetrating a parliament of men and not of laws,” the group said in a statement by its executive director, Adetokunbo Mumuni.

The statement reads in part, “The constitutional power of the Senate can only be validly exercised if it’s intended to be in aid of the function of law-making itself. There is clearly no suggestion of contemplated legislation in this case. The Senate not only has exceeded the limit of its own authority, but assumed a power which could only be properly exercised by another branch of the government. We therefore advise Justice Umar to ignore its invitation as it is of no legal effect whatsoever.”

“The Senate in its blind zeal to protect the Senate President Dr Bukola Saraki who is facing corruption charges before the Tribunal is working hard to destroy the foundation of the country’s constitutional democracy. This is a blatant usurpation of power, and an attack upon the integrity of constitutional government and the rule of law.”“The Senate doesn’t have the power to summon any judge, including Justice Umar. If there is any credible allegation of corruption against Justice Umar, it ought to be dealt with by the appropriate law enforcement agencies and that cannot be the Senate.”

“The Senate can’t lawfully exercise any authority beyond the limits marked out by the constitution. It’s manifestly repugnant to constitutional safeguards which assign to each organ of the government its exclusive functions and a limited sphere of action. This invitation, coming on the heels of the decision by the Tribunal for Saraki’s trial to be conducted day-by-day pursuant to Section 396(6) of the Administration of Criminal Justice Act, 2015, is clearly politically motivated.”

“While the Senate is empowered under Section 88 of the 1999 Constitution (as amended) to conduct an inquiry for the purpose of enabling it to among others make laws, correct any defects in existing laws, expose corruption, inefficiency or waste in the execution or administration of laws within its legislative competence, it doesn’t possess the power to get involved in alleged criminal matter. The Senate is in no sense a court, police or anti-corruption agency, and for it to attempt to act as one, would bring about insurmountable legal and political problems.”

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Re: Saraki: ‘you Have No Power To Summon Justice Umar’, SERAP Tells Senate by rusher14: 9:51am On Apr 20, 2016
Chukwudi44.

Knock yourself out.

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Re: Saraki: ‘you Have No Power To Summon Justice Umar’, SERAP Tells Senate by LadyExcellency: 10:04am On Apr 20, 2016
I am not speaking for Saraki or am I interested in the outcome of his trial/persecution.

Tell SERAP to get lost, Senate is an institution revered in every country and on no account should any riffraff or personality, no matter how highly placed attempt to bring it to disrepute.

This is how constitutional dictatorship starts and before you know it, we have a 30+ years regime like Zimbabwe.

If these onslaught against the Senate are not quickly checked, a dangerous augment/debate will ensue to deprive the NASS the constitutional mandate of impeaching Mr President according to the extant laws of Nigeria especially by those who invariably out of hypocrisy want Gov. Fayose impeached by all means.

Let's not support lawlessness in the alter of political persuasion. It breeds anarchy and war.

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Re: Saraki: ‘you Have No Power To Summon Justice Umar’, SERAP Tells Senate by Oche211(m): 10:05am On Apr 20, 2016
Why do they even want to see him cos that their reason is too lame. They shld leave saraki to either swim or sink. Enough of d senate dramas 4 him alone.

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Re: Saraki: ‘you Have No Power To Summon Justice Umar’, SERAP Tells Senate by tommykiwi(m): 10:15am On Apr 20, 2016
rusher14:
Chukwudi44.

Knock yourself out.
You guys and Chukwudi44, wetin the guy do una sef?

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Re: Saraki: ‘you Have No Power To Summon Justice Umar’, SERAP Tells Senate by NgeneUkwenu(f): 10:21am On Apr 20, 2016
LadyExcellency:
[s]I am not speaking for Saraki or am I interested in the outcome of his trial/persecution.

Tell SERAP to get lost, Senate is an institution revered in every country and on no account should any riffraff or personality, no matter how highly placed attempt to bring it to disrepute.

This is how constitutional dictatorship starts and before you know it, we have a 30+ years regime like Zimbabwe.

If these onslaught against the Senate are not quickly checked, a dangerous augment/debate will ensue to deprive the NASS the constitutional mandate of impeaching Mr President according to the extant laws of Nigeria especially by those who invariably out of hypocrisy want Gov. Fayose impeached by all means.

Let's not support lawlessness in the alter of political persuasion. It breeds anarchy and war.[/s]

Trash!!!

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Re: Saraki: ‘you Have No Power To Summon Justice Umar’, SERAP Tells Senate by Nobody: 10:23am On Apr 20, 2016
rusher14:
Chukwudi44.

Knock yourself out.

shebi tommorow na thursday baa? Let the injustice Umar go ahead to ignore the senate,Saraki will also ignore his useless court,If he orders for Saraki'\s arrest,the senate would do likewise tongue tongue tongue

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Re: Saraki: ‘you Have No Power To Summon Justice Umar’, SERAP Tells Senate by prince088: 10:24am On Apr 20, 2016
LadyExcellency:
I am not speaking for Saraki or am I interested in the outcome of his trial/persecution.

Tell SERAP to get lost, Senate is an institution revered in every country and on no account should any riffraff or personality, no matter how highly placed attempt to bring it to disrepute.

This is how constitutional dictatorship starts and before you know it, we have a 30+ years regime like Zimbabwe.

If these onslaught against the Senate are not quickly checked, a dangerous augment/debate will ensue to deprive the NASS the constitutional mandate of impeaching Mr President according to the extant laws of Nigeria especially by those who invariably out of hypocrisy want Gov. Fayose impeached by all means.

Let's not support lawlessness in the alter of political persuasion. It breeds anarchy and war.
i have noticed you don't ever sound smart. In fact you are not wise. Seek wisdom...or perish is bigoted hate!

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Re: Saraki: ‘you Have No Power To Summon Justice Umar’, SERAP Tells Senate by TANTUMERGO007(m): 10:25am On Apr 20, 2016
SARAKI is a LEGEND cheesy

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Re: Saraki: ‘you Have No Power To Summon Justice Umar’, SERAP Tells Senate by Nobody: 10:26am On Apr 20, 2016
rusher14:
Chukwudi44.

Knock yourself out.

shebi tommorow na thursday baa? Let the injustice Umar go ahead to ignore the senate,Saraki will also ignore his useless court,If he orders for Saraki's arrest,the senate would do likewise tongue tongue tongue

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Re: Saraki: ‘you Have No Power To Summon Justice Umar’, SERAP Tells Senate by rusher14: 10:27am On Apr 20, 2016
LadyExcellency:
I am not speaking for Saraki or am I interested in the outcome of his trial/persecution.

Tell SERAP to get lost, Senate is an institution revered in every country and on no account should any riffraff or personality, no matter how highly placed attempt to bring it to disrepute.

This is how constitutional dictatorship starts and before you know it, we have a 30+ years regime like Zimbabwe.

If these onslaught against the Senate are not quickly checked, a dangerous augment/debate will ensue to deprive the NASS the constitutional mandate of impeaching Mr President according to the extant laws of Nigeria especially by those who invariably out of hypocrisy want Gov. Fayose impeached by all means.

Let's not support lawlessness in the alter of political persuasion. It breeds anarchy and war.

Is that why the senate is overreaching?

Separation of powers suggest a matter such as this is left for the judiciary why then the need to summon a judge concerning a matter that is before the law courts?

Not only is the Ethics and privileges committee veering into sub judice they are also going against their very own
standing rules which forbids matters before a law court to be discussed on the floor of the senate or any of its committees.

You must live by the laws you make.

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Re: Saraki: ‘you Have No Power To Summon Justice Umar’, SERAP Tells Senate by Nobody: 10:27am On Apr 20, 2016
Oche211:
Why do they even want to see him cos that their reason is too lame.
They shld leave saraki to either swim or sink.
Enough of d senate dramas 4 him alone.

are you for real? Someone is accused of taking N10million bribe and you think it is okay not to question him?

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Re: Saraki: ‘you Have No Power To Summon Justice Umar’, SERAP Tells Senate by Nobody: 10:29am On Apr 20, 2016
rusher14:


Is that why the senate is overreaching?

Separation of powers suggest a matter such as this is left for the judiciary why then the need to summon a judge concerning a matter that is before the law courts?

Not only is the Ethics and privileges committee veering into sub judice they are also going against their very own
standing rules which forbids matters before a law court to be discussed on the floor of the senate or any of its committees.

You must live by the laws you make.

Injustice Umar's court is not a normal court and is not under the control of the judiciary.The senate is the one constitutionally empowered to perform oversight functions over the CCT and not the NJC

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Re: Saraki: ‘you Have No Power To Summon Justice Umar’, SERAP Tells Senate by rusher14: 10:32am On Apr 20, 2016
chukwudi44:


shebi tommorow na thursday baa? Let the injustice Umar go ahead to ignore the senate,Saraki will also ignore his useless court,If he orders for Saraki's arrest,the senate would do likewise tongue tongue tongue

Is the police under the purview of the legislators?

Watch how oga DPO would apply Jonathan's tactics which you were in great support of.



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Re: Saraki: ‘you Have No Power To Summon Justice Umar’, SERAP Tells Senate by NgeneUkwenu(f): 10:32am On Apr 20, 2016
chukwudi44:


[s]shebi tommorow na thursday baa? Let the injustice Umar go ahead to ignore the senate,Saraki will also ignore his useless court,If he orders for Saraki's arrest,the senate would do likewise[/s] tongue tongue tongue

Buhari Will Never Smell Aso Rock~Chukwudi44 (Feb 2015)

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Re: Saraki: ‘you Have No Power To Summon Justice Umar’, SERAP Tells Senate by Nobody: 10:33am On Apr 20, 2016
LadyExcellency:
I am not speaking for Saraki or am I interested in the outcome of his trial/persecution.

Tell SERAP to get lost, Senate is an institution revered in every country and on no account should any riffraff or personality, no matter how highly placed attempt to bring it to disrepute.

This is how constitutional dictatorship starts and before you know it, we have a 30+ years regime like Zimbabwe.

If these onslaught against the Senate are not quickly checked, a dangerous augment/debate will ensue to deprive the NASS the constitutional mandate of impeaching Mr President according to the extant laws of Nigeria especially by those who invariably out of hypocrisy want Gov. Fayose impeached by all means.

Let's not support lawlessness in the alter of political persuasion. It breeds anarchy and war.


so which of your family members is in the Senate robbing us blind?

May all those Senators never die better.

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Re: Saraki: ‘you Have No Power To Summon Justice Umar’, SERAP Tells Senate by Oche211(m): 10:33am On Apr 20, 2016
chukwudi44:


are you for real? Someone is accused of taking N10million bribe and you think it is okay not to question him?
don't just follow blindly like a blind man if nt, u'll fall into a ditch.
Get ur facts right.
He has been cleared by EFCC. His personal Assistance who committed the crime is standing trials already. We all knw the antecedents of our law makers. 4rm CBB/CCT law amendments to summoning the judge of CCT.
Are u a learner?

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Re: Saraki: ‘you Have No Power To Summon Justice Umar’, SERAP Tells Senate by Nobody: 10:35am On Apr 20, 2016
Oche211:

don't just follow blindly like a blind man if nt, u'll fall into a ditch.
Get ur facts right.
He has been cleared by EFCC. His personal Assistance who committed the crime is standing trials already. We all knw the antecedents of our law makers. 4rm CBB/CCT law amendments to summoning the judge of CCT.
Are u a learner?

He was cleared by the EFCC but the senate has received a fresh petition and must re-investigate.Afterall one court granted Dasuki bail and another one refused him tongue tongue tongue

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Re: Saraki: ‘you Have No Power To Summon Justice Umar’, SERAP Tells Senate by rusher14: 10:35am On Apr 20, 2016
chukwudi44:


Injustice Umar's court is not a normal court and is not under the control of the judiciary.The senate is the one constitutionally empowered to perform oversight functions over the CCT and not the NJC

Thats not true.

In fact the very constitutional ammendment the senate is trying to effect is actually to give them such authority.

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Re: Saraki: ‘you Have No Power To Summon Justice Umar’, SERAP Tells Senate by Nobody: 10:36am On Apr 20, 2016
NgeneUkwenu:


Buhari Will Never Smell Aso Rock~Chukwudi44 (Feb 2015)

Wike is a caretaker Governor and would soon be removed by the courts-Ngeneukwuenu 2016 tongue tongue tongue tongue

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Re: Saraki: ‘you Have No Power To Summon Justice Umar’, SERAP Tells Senate by Nobody: 10:38am On Apr 20, 2016
rusher14:


Thats not true.

In fact the very constitutional ammendment the senate is trying to effect is actually to give them such authority.

Bros get your facts right.the NASS already has oversight powers over the CCT,with a 2/3 majority they can order his removal.If Injustice Danladi umar is indicted by the senate committee on ethics,he would be removed

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Re: Saraki: ‘you Have No Power To Summon Justice Umar’, SERAP Tells Senate by Goralin: 10:39am On Apr 20, 2016
TANTUMERGO007:
SARAKI is a LEGEND cheesy

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Re: Saraki: ‘you Have No Power To Summon Justice Umar’, SERAP Tells Senate by ichidodo: 10:39am On Apr 20, 2016
Rantings of an irrelevant group of Idiots...Run back to your paymaster thieffnubu.#serapmyass...

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Re: Saraki: ‘you Have No Power To Summon Justice Umar’, SERAP Tells Senate by aare07(m): 10:39am On Apr 20, 2016
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Re: Saraki: ‘you Have No Power To Summon Justice Umar’, SERAP Tells Senate by notouradmin: 10:39am On Apr 20, 2016
chukwudi44:


shebi tommorow na thursday baa? Let the injustice Umar go ahead to ignore the senate,Saraki will also ignore his useless court,If he orders for Saraki'\s arrest,the senate would do likewise tongue tongue tongue

na today i no se you no get sense at all you a disgrace to we igbo

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Re: Saraki: ‘you Have No Power To Summon Justice Umar’, SERAP Tells Senate by Nobody: 10:40am On Apr 20, 2016
rusher14:


Is the police under the purview of the legislators?

Watch how oga DPO would apply Jonathan's tactics which you were in great support of.




The police,EFCC,ICPC and every arms of the executive are under the oversight purview of the senate.The only people the senate cannot investigate or summon are the normal judicial officers who are under the oversight purview of the NJC

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Re: Saraki: ‘you Have No Power To Summon Justice Umar’, SERAP Tells Senate by shamecurls(m): 10:41am On Apr 20, 2016
[s]
LadyExcellency:
I am not speaking for Saraki or am I interested in the outcome of his trial/persecution.

Tell SERAP to get lost, Senate is an institution revered in every country and on no account should any riffraff or personality, no matter how highly placed attempt to bring it to disrepute.

This is how constitutional dictatorship starts and before you know it, we have a 30+ years regime like Zimbabwe.

If these onslaught against the Senate are not quickly checked, a dangerous augment/debate will ensue to deprive the NASS the constitutional mandate of impeaching Mr President according to the extant laws of Nigeria especially by those who invariably out of hypocrisy want Gov. Fayose impeached by all means.

Let's not support lawlessness in the alter of political persuasion. It breeds anarchy and war.
[/s]


Noise

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Re: Saraki: ‘you Have No Power To Summon Justice Umar’, SERAP Tells Senate by kyrios: 10:41am On Apr 20, 2016
at least he never said he won't honour but they should be patient till after the trial
Re: Saraki: ‘you Have No Power To Summon Justice Umar’, SERAP Tells Senate by prinsam30: 10:41am On Apr 20, 2016
this is a case of power misuse power

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Re: Saraki: ‘you Have No Power To Summon Justice Umar’, SERAP Tells Senate by rusher14: 10:45am On Apr 20, 2016
chukwudi44:


Bros get your facts right.the NASS already has oversight powers over the CCT,with a 2/3 majority they can order his removal.If Injustice Danladi umar is indicted by the senate committee on ethics,he would be removed

They cannot remove him unless he had been found guilty of wrongdoing by a competent court of jurisdiction.

It is only upon this that BOTH Houses may reach a 2/3 decision.

Not at the whim and caprice of the senate.

They cannot remove him without the lower house.

2/3 if which they can never get.

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