Step-by-Step Guide to Legally Challenging Forged Candidate Documents

When you suspect an opponent has submitted forged qualification papers to INEC, file your suit at the Federal High Court within the candidate’s jurisdiction. Don’t name the candidate as the main defendant. Instead, list the issuing institution as the defendant and require it to defend the documents. Avoid framing your claim as a criminal case, such as perjury, to prevent dismissal for lack of locus standi. Keep the focus on constitutional qualification requirements rather than criminal sanctions. Remember, constitutional provisions take priority over Section 29(5) of the Electoral Act 2026. That section cannot block your challenge to alleged forgeries that affect a candidate’s eligibility.

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