Speaking during an interview on Trust TV, Yusuf said Obi was fully aware of the constitutional responsibilities of the Independent National Electoral Commission and argued that the commission does not possess the legal authority to grant the request being demanded.
"Why can't Peter Obi wait if he has any issue with Tinubu's credentials until after the 2027 election, or go to court, or simply ask for a constitutional amendment to make it law? But we're asking INEC, and he knows that INEC doesn't have the right to do that. I think he's just playing to the gallery."
Yusuf maintained that concerns relating to the qualifications or credentials of any presidential candidate should be resolved through the courts or by seeking amendments to existing laws rather than placing demands on institutions that operate within clearly defined constitutional limits.
He further stated that respecting established legal procedures helps preserve confidence in Nigeria's democratic process and ensures that disputes arising from elections are handled in accordance with the rule of law instead of creating expectations that fall outside the powers of electoral authorities.
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