NFF CRISIS: Dalung insists Nigeria’s rule of law must be obeyed
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NFF CRISIS: Dalung insists Nigeria’s rule of law must be obeyed
Sports Minister Solomon Dalung has stated that the rule of law must be
followed for the NFF crisis which almost caused a FIFA ban to be
resolved.
In a statement signed by his media aide, Dalung welcomed the
intervention of the Vice President Yemi Osinbajo which saved Nigeria
from a suspension by FIFA, but insisted the lingering crisis in NFF
cannot be resolved temporarily.
The minister said the matter has a subsisting judgement of the Supreme
Court of Nigeria and as such the rule of law must be adhered to.
“As a Barrister and Solicitor of the Supreme Court of Nigeria, who
took oath of office to protect and defend the constitution of the
Federal Republic of Nigeria, I will prefer to stand with the Rule of
Law instead of the opinion of men,” he said.
“I want to appeal to Nigerians to remain calm and give support to the
NFF Elders Stakeholders Reconciliation Committee which is made up of
reputable past Presidents and General Secretaries of the NFF with vast
knowledge, experience and competence to resolve this crisis once and
for all.
“We are a constitutional democracy and the doctrine of separation of
powers is the foundation of democratic experience, therefore, the Rule
of Law is the only mechanism that guarantees liberty and freedom of
citizens
“This administration was elected on the change mantra meaning that
impunity has no accommodation anywhere, so Nigerians must learn to
believe and practice the doctrine of the Rule of Law.
“I believe we shall overcome this if we remain within the confines and
dictates of the laws of our country.”
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