APC Appoints 12 Senior Advocates to Defend Tinubu's Mandate

The All Progressives Congress (APC) party in Nigeria has appointed 12 Senior Advocates of Nigeria (SAN) to defend the mandate of its presidential candidate, Bola Ahmed Adekunle 

Tinubu, following allegations of electoral malpractice in the 2023 presidential election.

The appointed SANs are:

 Lateef Fagbemi, Ahmad Usman El-Marzuq, Sam Ologunorisa, Rotimi Oguneso, Olabisi Soyebo, Gboyega Oyewole, Muritala Abdulrasheed, Aliu Omeiza Saiki, Tajudeen Oladoja, Pius Akubo, Oluseye Opasanya, Suraju Saida, and Kazeem Adeniyi.

The appointment of these SANs is a clear indication of the seriousness with which the APC party is taking the allegations of electoral malpractice. The SANs are expected to bring their wealth of experience and legal expertise to bear in the defense of Tinubu's mandate.

A Quick Look at the Appointed 

-Lateef Fagbemi, one of the appointed SANs, is a seasoned lawyer who has served as the President of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA). He is renowned for his legal prowess and has represented several high-profile clients in various legal matters.

-Ahmad Usman El-Marzuq is another appointed SAN who is well-versed in Nigerian law. He has served as the Attorney General of Kano State and has been involved in several landmark cases in Nigeria.

-Sam Ologunorisa, also a SAN, is a seasoned lawyer who has served as the Chairman of the NBA, Ibadan Branch. He is well-known for his legal acumen and has represented several high-profile clients in various legal matters.

Rotimi Oguneso, Olabisi Soyebo, Gboyega Oyewole, Muritala Abdulrasheed, Aliu Omeiza Saiki, Tajudeen Oladoja, Pius Akubo, Oluseye Opasanya, Suraju Saida, and Kazeem Adeniyi are all accomplished SANs who are well-versed in Nigerian law and have represented several clients in various legal matters.

The appointment of these SANs is a testament to the APC party's commitment to defending its mandate and upholding the rule of law. It is also an indication of the importance of the presidential mandate to the party and its supporters.

In conclusion, the appointment of 12 SANs to defend Tinubu's mandate in the face of allegations of electoral malpractice is a step in the right direction in ensuring that justice is served and the rule of law is upheld. The appointed SANs are well-equipped to defend Tinubu's mandate and ensure that the legal process is transparent and fair.