The speedy ruling on the country’s presidential election dispute holds lessons for Nigeria By a majority of four to two, the Supreme Court in Kenya on Friday nullified President Uhuru Kenyatta’s re-election victory as a result of irregularities committed by the election board. The court also ordered that a fresh ballot be held within 60 days. “The first respondent (the election board) failed, neglected or refused to conduct the presidential election in a manner consistent with the dictates of the constitution” Judge David Maranga, who announced the verdict, said of the August 8 presidential election that had been adjudged free and fair by local and international observers. There are important lessons from Kenya that will serve Nigeria well, especially at this period. One, the election was conducted less than a month ago, which implies that adjudicating on such matters need not take forever. Two, it is clear that the process is as important as the outcome, given the reason for ...