SUPREME COURT DISMISSES AMBROSE OWURU’S LAWSUIT AGAINST PRESIDENT TINUBU

The Supreme Court of Nigeria has dismissed a lawsuit filed by Ambrose Owuru, the presidential candidate from the Hope Democratic Party, seeking to remove President Bola Ahmed Tinubu from office. In addition to dismissing the lawsuit, the court also imposed a fine of ₦5 million on Owuru for subjecting President Tinubu to harassment through a baseless and vexatious lawsuit.

Background of the Lawsuit

Owuru’s lawsuit claimed that President Tinubu was unfit to hold office due to alleged ties with the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) of the United States and that he had forfeited $460,000 to the US government in a drug-related case. However, the court deemed these claims as frivolous and baseless, ultimately dismissing the lawsuit.

Previous Attempts to Challenge President Tinubu’s Legitimacy

It’s worth noting that this isn’t the first time Owuru has attempted to challenge President Tinubu’s legitimacy. His previous suits have been dismissed by both the Federal High Court and the Court of Appeal, with the Court of Appeal imposing a ₦40 million fine on him for filing a frivolous suit.

Supreme Court’s Ruling

In its ruling, the Supreme Court described Owuru’s lawsuit as “frivolous, baseless, and vexatious.” The court also stated that Owuru had failed to provide any credible evidence to support his claims against President Tinubu.

The court’s decision was unanimous, with all seven justices agreeing to dismiss the lawsuit and impose the fine on Owuru.

Reaction from President Tinubu’s Camp

President Tinubu’s spokesperson, Dele Alake, welcomed the Supreme Court’s decision, describing it as “a victory for democracy and the rule of law.”

“We are pleased that the Supreme Court has dismissed this frivolous lawsuit and imposed a fine on Ambrose Owuru,” Alake said. “This decision is a testament to the independence and integrity of our judiciary.”

Reaction from Owuru’s Camp

Owuru’s spokesperson, Godson Okoye, expressed disappointment with the Supreme Court’s decision, describing it as “a miscarriage of justice.”

“We are shocked and disappointed by the Supreme Court’s decision,” Okoye said. “We will study the ruling and decide on our next course of action.”

Conclusion

The Supreme Court’s decision to dismiss Ambrose Owuru’s lawsuit against President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is a significant development in Nigerian politics. The court’s ruling is a testament to the independence and integrity of our judiciary, and it sends a strong message that frivolous lawsuits will not be tolerated.