Senator Ishaku Elisha Abbo has accused Justice Chioma Iheme Nwosu of the Supreme Court of unlawfully stripping him of his electoral mandate, which he claims he rightfully obtained from the voters in Adamawa Northern. He alleges that Justice Chioma wrote a “manipulative judgment” that led to his removal as the senator for the district....CONTINUE READING>>>
Abbo further asserts that Justice Chioma coerced junior judges into supporting her ruling to ensure her ascension to the Supreme Court. He criticized her decision to annul his votes in 263 out of 997 polling units, totaling 27%, without calling for a supplementary election in those areas.
Additionally, Abbo claimed that a senior judiciary official from Taraba State approached him in his hotel room with his wife and sought a bribe, alleging that this individual collaborated with Justice Chioma to facilitate his removal. He described the judges involved as “judicial bandits” and condemned the judiciary as corrupt and compromised.
During a media interaction at his residence in Yola, Abbo expressed his disappointment in the judiciary, which he believes should represent the people’s hope but has devolved into a system driven by corruption and financial gain. He criticized Northern elites for enabling President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Muslim-Muslim ticket, claiming it has resulted in poor governance.
Abbo pointed to the ongoing electricity crisis in the North, which has left residents without power for nearly two weeks due to a national grid failure, as evidence of government negligence. He proposed to provide President Tinubu with a plan to lower petrol prices to N480 by February 2025 and N250 by February 2026.In local politics, Abbo took issue with Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri’s emphasis on constructing flyovers, suggesting that the focus should instead be on providing clean water for Yola’s residents.
He remarked, “Adamawa residents need water, not flyovers,” highlighting a disconnect between government priorities and the basic needs of the community, particularly for those living near River Benue.He urged Governor Fintiri to channel efforts into water supply initiatives and develop strategies to boost the state’s revenue. Abbo warned that Adamawa could face severe challenges once federal funding is reduced, noting that current revenue levels are insufficient to cover salaries.
Abbo described the situation as increasingly dire, with families facing economic hardship due to rising inflation. He emphasized that Adamawa is rich in natural resources, including River Benue, and called for a reassessment of the state’s water distribution systems.In closing, Abbo acknowledged that while flyovers can enhance urban aesthetics, they do not address essential needs. He urged the governor to prioritize water provision for the population, promising public support if such efforts are made.
