The legal counsel representing Peter Gregory Obi, the 2023 Presidential candidate of the Labour Party, expressed confidence in their ongoing court case challenging the outcome of the February 2023 Presidential election in Nigeria. 
The counsel revealed that their legal team was prepared to engage in what he referred to as a “demolition work on INEC” (Independent National Electoral Commission) at the tribunal. However, he noted the absence of INEC’s witnesses, which led him to believe that INEC might not be ready to defend their case in court.
The counsel expressed disappointment that INEC had requested an adjournment due to the unavailability of their witnesses, despite the Labour Party’s readiness to proceed with the case.
He mentioned that the tribunal had been scheduled after Salah holidays and the weekends, providing ample time for INEC to prepare their defense. The counsel highlighted the contradictions and inconsistencies in INEC’s actions and expressed his belief that INEC was reluctant to defend the case.
While the counsel stated that they were prepared to proceed with the case and hoped that INEC would defend their position, he expressed a desire for the public to witness and understand the events surrounding the election. He also emphasized that the recent election was unlike any other before, but welcomed any potential contradictions to his statement. The Labour Party’s legal team remains prepared for the proceedings and awaits INEC’s response.
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