A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Osun State, Olatunbosun Oyintiloye, has called on the National Judicial Council (NJC) to investigate a judge over a recent ruling on the state’s local government elections. Oyintiloye insists that the judgment raises serious legal and ethical concerns that must be addressed to uphold judicial integrity.
Thank you for reading this post, don't forget to subscribe!Naija247news gathered that the APC stalwart criticized the verdict, alleging that it was influenced by political considerations rather than strict adherence to the law. He argued that the ruling, which had significant implications for local governance in Osun State, must be scrutinized to ensure fairness and justice.
According to Naija247news, Oyintiloye believes that the NJC, as the country’s judicial regulatory body, has a responsibility to investigate judges whose rulings appear controversial or legally questionable. He stated that judicial officers must remain impartial and avoid delivering judgments that could undermine public confidence in the legal system.
Naija247news reports that the disputed ruling pertains to the validity of the local government elections conducted under the administration of former Governor Gboyega Oyetola. The outcome has triggered political tensions, with the opposition PDP and the ruling APC taking opposing positions on the matter.
Naija247news understands that Oyintiloye’s demand for an NJC probe has sparked mixed reactions within the legal and political communities. While some support his call for judicial accountability, others argue that court decisions should be appealed through legal channels rather than subjecting judges to public scrutiny.
The controversy surrounding the ruling has further deepened the political divide in Osun State, where the APC and PDP continue to clash over governance issues. Observers note that the matter could escalate into a protracted legal battle if Oyintiloye’s petition gains traction at the NJC.
As the debate unfolds, all eyes are on the NJC to determine whether an investigation will be launched or if the matter will be left to the usual judicial appeal process. Meanwhile, stakeholders in Osun’s political and legal circles remain engaged in heated discussions over the implications of the judgment on local government administration in the state.
