Civic Accountability · Nigeria

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Previously in Kano:
Term report
Key court cases involving the Kano State government — tracking wins, losses, and critically, whether court orders are actually complied with.
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Cases tracked
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Govt lost
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Govt won
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Settled
Election
Tribunal and Court of Appeal dismiss Bichi's 2007 petition
Govt Won
What the case is about
PDP candidate Ahmed Garba Bichi petitioned against Shekarau's victory in the 14 April 2007 governorship election, alleging non-compliance with the Electoral Act and fraudulent results.
Ruling & compliance
The Governorship and Legislative Houses Election Petition Tribunal in Kano dismissed the petition, and the Court of Appeal upheld the dismissal, confirming Shekarau's re-election as valid.