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N3TRAL:
The court held in the case of GEORGE v. DOMINION FLOUR MILLS LTD that pleadings are essential to prevent parties from springing surprises.
If LP brings up the dual citizenship matter that they didn't plead in their petition in court, it would be springing surprises and the court will not allow it.

In the cases of IFEAJUNA V IFEAJUNA; BALOGUN V ADEJOBI the court held that pleadings enable the court to ascertain if it has jurisdiction on a matter or not. In that case, the court also ruled that the court can only determine the issue between the parties through their pleadings.

APC already filed a preliminary objection and the dual citizenship was not pleaded by LP. LP cannot bring it up later.

In OKOYE v. NWANKWO, the court held that pleadings guides a party in denying or accepting the claims of an opponent.
LP did not set out the issue of dual citizenship in their pleadings and thus it is against the doctrine of fair hearing to raise it in court without giving the APC notice to include it in their reply to the petition.

Now, Paragraph 14 of the First Schedule to the Electoral Act 2022 ( Rule 14 of the Rules of Procedure for Election Petitions) provides that:



"""
14. (1) Subject to subparagraph (2), the provisions of the Civil Procedure Rules relating to amendment of pleadings shall apply in relation to an election petition or a reply to the election petition as if for the words “any proceedings” in those provisions, there were substituted the words,”the election petition or reply”.

(2) After the expiration of the time limited by—
(a) Section 132 (7) of this Act for presenting the election petition, no amendment shall be made—
(i) introducing any of the requirements of paragraph 4 (1) not contained in the original election petition filed, or
(ii) effecting a substantial alteration of the ground for, or the prayer in, the election petition, or
(iii) except anything which may be done under subparagraph

(2) (a) (ii), effecting a substantial alteration of or addition to, the statement of facts relied on to support the ground for, or sustain the prayer in the election petition; and

(b) paragraph 12 for filing the reply, no amendment shall be made—

(i) alleging that the claim of the seat or office by the petitioner is incorrect or false, or

(ii) except anything which may be done under the provisions of subparagraph (2) (a) (ii), effecting any substantial alteration in or addition to the admissions or the denials contained in the original reply filed, or to the facts set out in the reply.

"""


It therefore follows that for LP to raise the issue of Dual citizenship in court, the particular fact of dual citizenship should be pleaded in their petition.

However, the window has closed for the amendment of pleadings so they cannot raise it in court as it would mean springing surprises on the APC and Tinubu which is not tolerated during hearing.


NB: I honestly don't like doing these things. Really a busy individual, reply me based on points of law not emotions abeg.

You have done enough work to prove your point. I submit.

I heard something is cooking at 45e. I'll track this evening.

N3TRAL:
At this stage of the tribunal, no new issue can be introduced.

Disqualification by dual citizenship was not pleaded in the petition. You can't adduce evidence in favour of a fact that was not pleaded. Evidence can't not stand on nothing.

New evidences to buttress ones petition can be introduced in the second rebuttal.

What cannot be added are the prayers to the court.

For example, if LP said the elections should be canceled. That's a prayer to the court. The evidences can be several such as it was rigged, the candidates were not qualified, double nomination, dual citizenship etc.

seanfer:
In the petition the lawyers have already list their reasons for his disqualification and no where they mention dual citizenship, they can't include that in their argument during the tribunal session, also know that tribunal is not a full court that can hear criminal cases.

They can include new evidences as long as the Tribunal is still in session. They haven't even started hearing and you are saying no new evidences?

Are you a lawyer?

Mynd44:
It can't be added to the tribunal as the 21 days has passed, You can't try him either as immediately he is sworn in as president that case will end.

You can only use the CCT or ask the senate to impeach


All these assuming the passport is real in the first place

Correct.

Please I hear say na you ban Spy360. Abeg release him. We love his posts. Thanks.

Reminderz:
you're just rambling without showing me a proof in the Bible where Jesus himself called himself God and told you to worship him.. and where he also told you he's your Lord and personal saviour.. someone that was only sent to the Jews.. he didn't die for you, don't be deceived...

He has already said He is the Way, Truth and Life and that no one can have any relationship with God except in Him. We are the ones who should call Him Lord and personal saviour. He does need to call Himself that.

He does not need to call Himself God. Any one including fools can do that. What He has done is to act as God by accepting worship, forgiving sins, healing sicknesses, raising the dead, and performing miracles.

Its self denial and deceit that is making you ask for a written contract by Jesus spelling Himself to be God. Something anyone can do.

Reminderz:
God is not a man, simple! and @bolded, when did I say that or tell you that's what I think? so you believe your own god was hanged on the cross?? lmao.. you better open your brain bro?

Malachi 3v6 said the lord does not change...

Numbers 23:19
God is not man, that he should lie, or a son of man, that he should change his mind. Has he said, and will he not do it? Or has he spoken, and will he not fulfill it?

“Jesus said to them, “If you were Abraham's children, you would do the works of Abraham. But now you seek to kill Me, a Man who has told you the truth which I heard from God.” John 8:39-40.

Jesus is just a man whom God sent..

until you show me where it says the Jesus said himself that he's God and you should worship him and where he said he's your Lord and personal saviour that's when I will believe... and stop quoting Timothy.. that's words of Paul the greatest antichrist who changed Jesus teachings who Jesus never met in his life...

1. Jesus in various manners accepted worship.

2. Jesus in various manners announced Himself to be God.

3. Jesus in various manners acted as God.

He does not need to spell it out. Even though He actually did.

All that Paul wrote was just a repitation of what Jesus said and did. Those who actually saw and met Jesus said the same things.

Even quran accepted He was taken up in glory.

There is no point talking to you about the purpose of His death because the mystery would probably make you cry. But simply put, He didn't just die like every other man. Truly, truly, He died for you

Reminderz:
I'm telling you show me the words of Jesus himself where he said he's God... you're telling me the words of other people... and the last quote where he said he and is father was one, he was speaking metaphorically... is just like saying your father that gave birth to you are in the same in the terms of if someone wishes to give your father something, if he's not around, they can give it to you.. which simply means if they've seen you, it is believed they've seen your father because they know you will deliver the message to them... you and your father are two different people physically and literally... he was speaking metaphorically not literally... Jesus later clarified this when he said His Father, which is God is greater than him and also greater than all in John 10v29, John 14v28 and the likes... just like when Moses and Abraham was alive, they were the truth which the people follow

if you interpret all the words that Jesus said in the literal meaning then you'll be on the wrong side of the track, he spoke some words metaphorically, while some in probables and some literally... and again, I told you to show me the words of Jesus himself where he said he's God or where he ordered you to worship him? or where he said that he's your personal lord and saviour...don't beat around the bush

The error you are making is that you limit God.

You find it hard to believe that God can take up flesh, that He can be omnipresent, that He can dwell even in mortal men.

Your limited idea of God will make you not to believe any wonder of testimony any one tells you.

You think that when Jesus says my Father, He is refering to someone that gave birth to him same as you call your father, Dad.

You think that the word father only means one that biologically begets another but not as the Creator.

Believing is a faith thing and requires no physical evidences beyond what you already have seen. You either believe or you don't. So don't come and ask for evidences because no matter what is put before you, you will refuse to comprehend.

Reminderz:
tell me in the Bible in the words of Jesus himself where he claimed to be God and I will believe you... remember, I said the words of Jesus himself...

...you have seen the father,...he that has seen me has seen the father, how do you say then show me the father?
~John 14: 7-9

Here's what the disciples wrote:

1 Timothy 3:16 And without controversy great is the mystery of godliness: God was manifest in the flesh, justified in the Spirit, seen of angels, preached unto the Gentiles, believed on in the world, received up into glory.

Believe now?

Ourtruth247:
The holy trinity

Another case of mockery of christianity is the incorportation of dark occultic egyptian worship into the religion.

The holy trinity of christianity is just a reconstruction of the original holy trinity in Egypt.

The doctrine of holy trinity is a false doctrine and paganistic.

There's nothing like trinity in the bible and there's nothing that suggests such.

What we call Father, Son and Holy Spirit are one and the same person who revealed Himself to mankind under different dispensations.

Father - Creator
Son - Jesus (in the personification as a man). Son here actually means incarnate. That is God's incarnate (God in the form of a man)
Holy Spirit - the fulfillment of an indwelling divine personality. God inside of us.

Goke7:
Who will lock who up? We play too much in this country

As stupid as it sounds it's a possibility 😁

seunmsg:
And why exactly will the DSS lock up the president- elect over a mere allegation that has not been proven in court? An accuse is presumed innocent until a court of competent jurisdiction rules otherwise. So, why should DSS detain the president- elect illegally over a social media rumor?

No.

First there needs to be an investigation. It is when it has been proven that DSS can take such extreme action.

Remember you asked under what circumstances can the May 29 not hold.

Jodera2:
I'm not against defensive partnership and I understand how it's very very important for team's stability and success.

But in Saturday's draw, one of the least culpable is Holding(I don't see any poor movement or decision that led to any error either directly or indirectly). Yes, he might budey the ball out due to his quality (or lack of) in keeping ball under pressure but the main issue started from the midfield when they lost their cool immediately we conceded the first goal. Partey was playing nonsense, Xhaka followed suit, Odegaard was not at his best and we were just under undue pressure.

If only we had maintained and dominated that game wen we went 2 goal up and not become overconfident we would have won that game same way we did against Crystal Palace and Leeds

I accept you point.

But do you think we would have drawn that game if Saliba was present?

seunmsg:
No.

That means with the expiration of the 21days window no party can file any petition. However the DSS can take up the matter, lock him up (damning the consequences) and make a high court judge refuse him bail.

The fact is, having dual citizenship is unconstitutional to be president and perjury is a serious crime for elected officials.

seunmsg:
How exactly will perjury (assuming there is even one) stop him from being sworn in? Let’s discuss as intellectuals who understand the law without sentiments.

Did any of the petitions mention perjury? PDP or LP or any party?

Jodera2:
The thing with Holding Is that he didn't do anything wrong (or spectacularly wrong) for him to be blamed but there's a feeling that with Saliba, we would have probably won both matches.

I won't really blame Holding for our dropped points esp against West Ham. In fact against West Ham, he's one of the last people I'll really blame

There's a way it affects especially in the decision making process. A wrong decision with movement can make another player to make a error. So while he is not the direct person involved, his poor decision or movement may have led to the error. Also the positive energy or calming influence a player brings may mean winning the three points like in the case of Zinchenko Vs Tierney.

Generally, defensive partnerships are usually given more preference ahead of individual brilliance.

Jodera2:
I have seen the pix before now..

I just wish someone should just track that clown and make guys deal with am.

This internet that people think they can just do anything and go scot-free is really annoying.

I can't even look at the pix twice. That's to tell one how bad it is

Are the pictures nudes?

MissLeslie:
Who rig for APC in Benue,?

Let there be a proper audit. Whoever wins no problem. But let the tribunal be just and fair

Jodera2:
Person wey fall my hands pass na Partey.


Granted, you made a mistake which resulted in a goal. Everyone makes mistakes which results in goals so it's no big deal.

But the big deal is after the mistake. Partey was just playing nonsense hence our midfield control was diminishing. I no come know weda it rubbed off on Xhaka and that one started his own.

Also, we weren't hungry enough even while we conceded the equaliser. Trossard and Jorginho brought more verve into our attack and control.

As for Viera... Please can they just be given ESR the minutes instead of Viera.

And why fgs must we be doing like for like subs (Jesus for Trossard)? Can't this two work together ni??

Partey missed the controling influence of Zinchenko is that midfield. Partey drifting to the left caused him a lot of troubles with accurate passes and control.

I think the first aim for Arteta was to ensure we didn't lose. Hence the like for like subs, it was close to the end that he threw in more attackers.

Nevertheless, there is need for a change of tactics. We saw how the team took another gear when Trossard covered for Nketiah in the no 9 role. We need a change of tactics that's sure.

Jodera2:
Lol... I understand.
It's unfortunate that we're up against Man city and pep. Any other teams, we wouldn't have felt this draw.

But then, it's still firmly in our hands. Win all our matches and at least draw Man city and there's nothing they can do

The bolded is the problem. Assuming we won our last two then it would make sense even if the point difference remains the same. But looking at the last two, the confidence is low.

Our boys should really ask themselves if they actually want to be champions or they want to just play, like dey play.

Olamilekzy2:
and who tell you that the constituency of the president is the FCT?...Mr, FCT is treated as a state and the MINISTER OF FCT SHALL FUNCTION AS ITS GOVERNOR.... Check it the FCT minister function like a governor of a state it's carried out duties of a Governor in FCT it's in the constitution..... So stop misleading!

Ok explain why the FCT cannot elect its own governor since it should be treated as a state.

Jodera2:
Lol, we're just down as if drawing today's have sealed man city fate on the league.

Losing to Man city is the Koko that will seal the fate. Whether we win this match or draw, it's still the same thing. As long as it's still in our hands, I'll always believe the boys!!

The reason for the tears is because Man City are in the form of their lives aside from the fact that they are the better team.

Imagine say you and Usain Bolt are racing and you just found out he is 1m behind you with about 10m to go.

Your suspicion that she is playing the guy is just your mind hoping.

The fact is she was engaging in something extra marital and doing it secretly.

1. Ask her to hand over all the money she made from the guy and see her reaction.

2. Tell her you are suspending the wedding indefinitely until you receive a clear sign.

3. Ask her to go back to her parents while you work on your next move.

Note:
Things haven't completely damaged yet. But all the three steps above will help you make a decision.

Good luck.

FreedomfromtheT:
Peter Obi said he won the presidential election and will prove it.
Let us start with Rivers State.
If true, that means Peter Obi won at least 13 states (with Abuja).
Bola Tinubu on the other hand, won 11 states or even less.
More revelations to follow.
I hope the APC propagandists will change their narrative.

There was over voting in PU of many states of the north where Tinubu claimed to have won.

omooba74:
Stop this trash.Abuja has a minister as it's administrative head and chairmen with local development councils ........

The administrative head of FCT is the president. Please do your research. The president only has permission to DELEGATE it to a minister who does his bids.

bakynes:
The only two teams that can do us a favour against City is Brentford away and Brighton Away, I expect them to beat every other team comfortably outside Arsenal,Brighton and Brentford.

We have to beat West Ham first. I hope our players take advantage of their fatigue

JAMO84:
When they lose now, they will say Uzodinma cannot be sworn in because he didn't get 25% in Oweri.

The constituency of a governor is not the state capital but the entire state.

The constituency of the president is the FCT. If the FCT is to be treated as if it were one of the states of the federation, then it means the president is equally the governor of the FCT.

Roland17:
Make God no give me enemy like that bald-polar because e go chase you for dream and for real life!

You no fit drink water drop cup if Pep is chasing you for the league. If United or Chelsea were behind us, I would been assured we will catch a break but not with this demon

We must pray they defeat Bayern and move to the semis of the CL. The 3-0 they got already secures them going into the second leg. I hope the meet Madrid next, so that they will be distracted.

seankafor:
he can't just bulldoze himself to LP and pick the ticket out of the blue, agbaso and other personalities won't just hand it over to him..

I think ihedioha undoing was calling mbaise and Igbo people saboutuers just because of atiku..

Am from mbaise.. mbaise people has said that ihedioha betrayed his own people by running his mouth like a leaking tap water..

He knew he doesn't have a chance hence he quit

Absolutely correct

He can't even join LP.

If he insists and joins another party, he won't see 5000votes.

What do you think, if Hope Uzodinma must be unseated, LP and PDP must align.

afrodoc2:
UN will now appoint Peter Obi as President because he graduated from UNN. As per brothers consign.

You are maddd

LP set exam for APC.

5 questions to answer any one.

APC

Answer script empty like their brain.