Senator Ned Nwoko (APC-Delta) has announced his intention to appeal a Federal High Court ruling that dismissed his legal challenge against Ifeanyi Okowa’s APC senatorial candidacy.

The court ruled that Nwoko’s suit was fundamentally defective because he attempted to file the case through an attorney rather than personally, violating constitutional and electoral laws.

Justice Mohammed Umar stated that the right to initiate a pre-election suit is a personal statutory right belonging exclusively to the candidate, not transferable via power of attorney.Nwoko claims the court failed to address the merits of his case and instead struck it down at a preliminary stage.He insists the appeal will ensure justice is served, emphasizing party unity and Delta State’s progress.The case highlights legal disputes over election eligibility, with the court stressing that such rights cannot be delegated.Nwoko’s legal team argues the ruling undermines democratic processes, while the court maintains the law is clear on who can file such suits.This development underscores ongoing tensions in Nigerian politics over electoral procedures and legal interpretations.