Mr Lawan, through his lawyer, Shaibu Aruwa, SAN, challenged the court’s jurisdiction to hear the suit and urged it to dismiss it for want of jurisdiction.
The prosecution said that the defendant had been duly served and that his counsel’s presence in court indicated his awareness of the proceedings.
He said the level of transformation reflected deliberate efforts to revive Aba’s economic glory.
Mr Goni said the initiative aimed at encouraging civic engagement.
The state government urged Mr Saraki to stop comparing oranges with apples.
Mr Saraki appealed that all should join hands to make the institution strong and vibrant.
On April 2, gunmen killed many and destroyed houses and other properties worth millions.
“I’m elated to receive such an important personality into our party.’’
“Ezeife was a champion of truth, a champion of what is good for Nigeria.’’
He expressed concerns about infrastructural deficits, particularly in transportation.
