The legal team of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has accused the 200 lawyers representing the New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP) of engaging in unethical acts aimed at inciting violence within the political sphere.

This accusation comes after the NNPP lawyers held a press conference in Kaduna, criticizing the Court of Appeal’s judgment against Kano State Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf.

In a statement to the press in Kano, the APC Legal Team expressed their disapproval of the NNPP lawyers’ actions, stating that they violated legal principles and the principles of justice. The team, led by Chairman Mustapha Idiris and Secretary Hadiza Nasir Ahmad, warned against tarnishing the court’s reputation or resorting to blackmail, emphasizing that such behavior is unacceptable.

Barrister Hadiza Nasir Ahmad stressed the importance of lawyers as guardians of justice, urging them to uphold the integrity of the legal profession even in the face of unfavorable judgments. She called for collective support in championing the rule of law and preserving the dignified essence of the legal system.

The APC legal team expressed concerns that the NNPP, its lawyers, and supporters are allegedly actively promoting demonstrations to protest the court’s decisions. They suspect that these actions are intended to create chaos in the state and intimidate the court and judiciary to rule in their favor. However, they expressed confidence in the court’s unwavering commitment to conduct the case solely on its merits, undeterred by such tactics.

The APC legal team commended the people of Kano for their refusal to be swayed into unnecessary street protests, highlighting their reputation for being law-abiding citizens.