President Bola Tinubu has urged the Federal High Court in Abuja to dismiss a lawsuit seeking to compel the National Assembly to initiate impeachment proceedings against him. He contends that the court does not possess the jurisdiction to mandate his removal from office.
The lawsuit in question was filed by a group of concerned citizens who allege that President Tinubu has committed acts warranting impeachment. They are requesting the court to direct the National Assembly to commence the impeachment process.
In his response, President Tinubu argues that the power to impeach a sitting president resides solely with the legislative branch, as outlined in the Nigerian Constitution. He maintains that the judiciary cannot interfere in this process by compelling the National Assembly to act.
This case underscores the ongoing debate about the separation of powers within Nigeria’s government and the specific roles assigned to each branch.
