Election Petitions & Electoral Law

Specialized Electoral Law Services

K.K Eleja & Co. has established itself as a leading firm in electoral law and election petition matters in Nigeria. Our Principal Partner, Kehinde Kolawole Eleja, SAN, has extensive experience representing political candidates, parties, and electoral stakeholders in various electoral disputes.

Our deep understanding of Nigeria's electoral framework, combined with our litigation expertise, enables us to provide effective representation in this specialized area of law. We have successfully handled numerous election petitions at all levels, from local government elections to presidential contests.

Our Election Petitions & Electoral Law Services

• Election Petitions: Representation in challenging election results or defending electoral victories before Election Petition Tribunals, the Court of Appeal, and the Supreme Court.
• Pre-Election Disputes: Handling disputes related to party primaries, candidate nominations, and other pre-election matters.
• Electoral Regulatory Compliance: Advising on compliance with electoral laws, regulations, and guidelines issued by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC).
• Electoral Offenses: Defending clients accused of electoral offenses and representing complainants in such matters.
• Electoral Law Advisory: Providing strategic advice to political parties, candidates, and other stakeholders on electoral law matters.

Our Approach to Electoral Matters

Election petitions in Nigeria are subject to strict timelines and procedural requirements. Our approach emphasizes thorough preparation, meticulous attention to detail, and strategic advocacy. We understand the political sensitivities involved in electoral disputes and work to protect our clients' interests while maintaining the highest ethical standards.

Our team stays updated on developments in electoral law and jurisprudence, ensuring that our clients receive advice and representation based on the latest legal principles and precedents.

Notable Electoral Cases

Our firm has been involved in significant electoral disputes that have shaped Nigeria's electoral jurisprudence. While maintaining client confidentiality, we can note that our experience spans gubernatorial, national assembly, state assembly, and local government election petitions across multiple election cycles.