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AG Ondo State Vs. AG Federation (1983) CLR 10(d) (SC)

Judgement delivered on October 21st 1983

Brief

  • Original jurisdiction of Supreme court
  • Action by state against federation
  • Voters register

Facts

Plaintiff sued the Federation, the other 18 States of the Federation, and the Federal Electoral Commission, seeking various declarations, most of which were addressed to FEDECO. A preliminary objection was taken as to the original jurisdiction of the Supreme Court to try such a matter.

Issues

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    Does the Supreme Court have original jurisdiction to hear a matter in...
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