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Recently, D.H. Bwala, a prominent Nigerian journalist, lecturer and lawyer, made a statement on his Twitter handle that has generated a lot of buzz in the political sphere. He stated that people are searching the constitution from sections 1 to 320 to find a ground to disqualify Tinubu from running for political office, but that he has already been disqualified from the electoral act even before they reach the constitution.
This statement has raised a lot of questions about the eligibility of political candidates and the criteria that must be met before one can run for office. It has also highlighted the need for a better understanding of the electoral act and the constitution.
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It is important to note that the electoral act is the primary law that governs elections in Nigeria. It specifies the requirements that candidates must meet before they can run for office. According to the act, a person must be a citizen of Nigeria, at least 35 years old, and a member of a political party to contest for the office of the president. Similarly, a person must be a citizen of Nigeria and at least 30 years old to contest for the office of a state governor.
Based on Bwala’s statement, it appears that Tinubu may have been disqualified from running for political office based on one of the grounds specified in the electoral act. However, the exact reason for his disqualification is not clear.
It is also important to note that the constitution of Nigeria provides a framework for the governance of the country. It specifies the powers of the different arms of government, outlines the rights and freedoms of citizens, and sets out the procedures for the amendment of the constitution.
Bwala’s statement suggests that if Tinubu has been disqualified from the electoral act, any further action would be taken based on the provisions of the constitution. This means that if he has been found to have committed a criminal offence, for example, he could be convicted based on the provisions of the constitution.
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