Principle

CONSTITUTIONAL LAW — Immunity of Public Officers — Section 308 of 1999 Constitution — Distinction from Amaechi v. INEC

Area of law
CONSTITUTIONAL LAW
Court
Supreme court

This principle establishes that Amaechi v. INEC is distinguishable where the action was commenced after the election and the Governor had occupied office for nine months. The doctrines of lis pendens, laches, acquiescence, and standing-by are not applicable. The principle applies where a party seeks…

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