Legal Team of Peter Obi Faces Courtroom Drama as Judges Order Them to Regroup
Peter Obi's legal team faced a dramatic turn of events in court today when the judges abruptly instructed them to leave and get their affairs in order. The unexpected order stemmed from the petitioners' disorganized presentation of documents, which led the five-man panel of justices to conclude that Obi's lawyers had underestimated the complexity of the task at hand.
Live broadcast: You have Press gallery in the Supreme court; what are they doing there? - Barrister Maxwell Okpara
Barrister Maxwell Okpara, a Nigerian lawyer, asked that there is a Press gallery in the Supreme Court, asking that who built it and what are they doing there? Barrister Maxwell asked the rhetorical question in an interview with AIT during the Democracy program when he was asked to air his view on presidential election tribunal court ruling on live broadcast of the proceedings.
Why I was surprised when the court said they Don't have right to grant live broadcast- Barr. Maxwell
Barrister Maxwell Opara, a Nigerian lawyer, gave reason why he was surprised when the court said they don't have right, policy direction to grant live broadcast as requested by Labour Party and the PDP. Barrister Maxwell revealed this in an interview with AIT during the Democracy program when he was asked to air his view on presidential election tribunal court ruling on live broadcast of the proceedings.
Today's Headlines: Tinubu Resumes Official Duties At Aso Villa, Emefiele Meets Tinubu At Aso Rock
Tinubu Resumes Official Duties At Aso Villa President Bola Tinubu has begun his official duties at the Presidential Villa on Tuesday, signaling the start of his term in office. The president’s convoy arrived at the State House at precisely 2:35pm on Tuesday. Upon his arrival, President Tinubu paused briefly at the entrance to inspect a guard of honour, adding a touch of formality to the momentous occasion.
29th May: AIT boss, Raymond Dokpesi dies in Abuja
Raymond Dokpesi, AIT chairman, passed away on Monday, according to a statement from his eldest son, Dokpesi Junior. Dokpesi, a pioneer of Nigerian broadcasting who had apparently suffered a stroke a few weeks prior, reportedly passed away at the age of 71. The family did not reveal the details of his passing but thanked Nigerians for their outpouring of support during difficult times.
Founder Of AIT, Raymond Dokpesi Is Dead
Raymond Dokpesi, the founder of DAAR Communications and African Independent Television (AIT), has passed away. According to a statement made by his son, Raymond Dokpesi jnr, he died on Monday, May 29 2023. The news of his passing has left many saddened as he was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend to many.
Owner of AIT, Raypower FM, Raymond Dokpesi Dies At 71
It has been gathered that Chief Raymond Dokpesi, the founder of DAAR Communications, passed away on Monday in Abuja. Dokpesi, a 71-year-old leader of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), passed away. He was the proprietor of the media outlets AIT and Raypower FM.
Founder of DAAR Communications, Chief Raymond Dokpesi is dead
DAAR Comms chairman, Raymond Dokpesi has died on Monday in Abuja. He was the owner of the AIT and Raypower FM media platforms.Dokpesi who was also a renowned chieftain of the people’s Democratic Party died at the age of 71. A family member has confirmed his sad demise.
Chief Raymond Dokpesi Is Dead
According to The Guardian Newspaper, DAAR Communications, and African Independent Television (AIT) founder Raymond Dokpesi passed away today, Monday 29th May 2023. Mr. Dokpesi reportedly fell off a treadmill in his Abuja home on Monday morning, according to a family member who asked to remain anonymous.
Tribunal: Why I'm surprised when the APC said they Don't want live broadcast - Dr. Austin Maho
Dr. Austin Maho, editor-in-chief, Daybreak newspaper, gave reason why he is surprised that the winning party, APC said that they don't want live broadcast of election petition at the tribunal. Dr. Austin Maho gave his reason in an interview with AIT during the Kakaaki program when he was reacting to the tribunal court decision that there won't be live coverage of the presidential petition proceedings.
Why I was surprised when the court said they Don't have right to grant live broadcast- Barr. Maxwell
Maxwell Opara, a Nigerian legal advisor, explained why he was shocked when the court ruled that Work Party and the PDP did not have the proper legal justification for allowing live broadcasting. When asked for his thoughts on the decision of the presidential election tribunal court during a live broadcast of the proceedings, Barrister Maxwell made this clear in an interview with AIT on the Democracy program.
AIT founder Raymond Dokpesi passes away
DAAR Communications and African Independent Television (AIT) founder Raymond Dokpesi has passed away. According to Vanguard, Dokpesi passed away on Monday, May 29, 2023, his son Raymond Dokpesi jnr said in a statement. "Senior Chief Dokpesi was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend to many.
Media Mogul and PDP Chieftain, Raymond Dokpesi, Passes Away at 71
According to Vangaurd News report, In a tragic development that has sent shockwaves through the media industry and political circles, Chief Raymond Dokpesi, the founder of DAAR Communications and a prominent figure within the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), has passed away on Monday in Abuja.
Tinubu: 'The Biggest Question That Will Be Raised In Court Is In Peter Obi Petition' - Nkoyo Toyo
Mr. Peter Obi, the presidential candidate representing the Labour Party, has initiated a legal dispute against the victorious President-elect, Bola Ahmed Tinubu. Obi's contention lies in the procedural aspects leading to Tinubu's election as president. Lawyer Nkoyo Toyo, a former member of the House of Representatives and Nigeria's former ambassador to Ethiopia, asserts that the crux of Peter Obi's appeal encompasses the most significant matter to be litigated.
Presidential Election: APC, Tinubu, Shetima, Masari Oppose Consolidation Of Petitions
The All Progressives Congress, its presidential candidate Bola Tinubu, and Vice President-Elect Kashim Shetima have opposed the proposal for a consolidation of the three petitions pending before the court. Also opposing the petition is Shetima’s placeholder, Kabiru Masari who is the 5th respondent in the petition filed by the Allied People’s Movement (APM).
U-17 AFCON Final: Meet The 1st Player To Score Against Senegal In A Continental Final
The U-17 African Cup of Nations tournament in 2023 witnessed an exciting final between Morocco and Senegal. Although Senegal had been performing well throughout the tournament, they faced an early setback in the final when Morocco's U-17 team took the lead with a goal from a corner kick.
Why I was surprised when the court said they Don't have right to grant live broadcast- Barr. Maxwell OPara
Barrister Maxwell Opara, a Nigerian lawyer, recently expressed his surprise at the court's decision not to grant live broadcast rights, citing the lack of a regulatory framework or policy direction for such proceedings, as requested by the Labour Party and the PDP. During an interview on the Democracy program on AIT, Barrister Maxwell shared his views on the ruling of the presidential election tribunal court regarding the live broadcast of the proceedings.
Why I was surprised when the court said they Don't have right to grant live broadcast- Barr. Maxwell
Nigerian attorney Maxwell Opara explained why he was shocked when the court stated that it lacked the proper policy direction to authorise live broadcast as asked by the PDP and the Labour Party. In an interview with AIT for the Democracy programme, when he was asked to express his opinion on the presidential election tribunal court's decision to allow live broadcast of the proceedings, Barrister Maxwell disclosed this.
APC, Tinubu, Shetima Legal Team To Expel Members Who Speak To The Media
Lawyers representing the APC, Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Kashim Shetima at the Presidential Election Petition Court have been barred from granting any media interviews. AIT LIVE report that, Counsel for the APC Adeniyi Akintola while addressing the court on Tuesday said any member of the team who violates the directive risks expulsion
Tribunal: I Was Surprised When The Panel Said They Don't Have Right To Grant Live Broadcast - Opara
Barrister Maxwell Opara went on to explain that he was surprised by the court's decision because live broadcast of court proceedings is not a new concept. He noted that other countries, such as the United States, regularly broadcast court proceedings, and that it can be a useful tool for transparency and accountability.