Fresh Evidence and the Supreme Court: What to Know

This explainer outlines appellate rules on introducing fresh evidence, including relevance, availability with due diligence, and potential to alter the judgment. It situates Atiku Abubakar’s efforts within those threshold tests, summarises typical court approaches and timelines. Beyond politics, the stakes include legal clarity, precedent, and public confidence in election adjudication. Readers get a guide to what courts will likely consider and why outcomes hinge on strict procedural standards.