The court of appeal in Lagos has affirmed the victory of
Dapo Abiodun, governor of Ogun, in the March 18 election.
The appellate court, in a split decision, on Friday,
dismissed the petition filed by Ladi Adebutu, governorship candidate of the
Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), in the election.
The majority decision was delivered by Joseph Shagbaor
Ikyegh, the judge.
In the minority decision, Jane Inyang, a judge, ruled that
the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) should conduct a fresh
election within 90 days.
In September, the Ogun governorship election petition
tribunal upheld the victory of Abiodun at the poll.
In a unanimous decision, the tribunal, led by Hamidu Kunaza,
held that the petition by Adebutu was “incompetent, defective and lacking in
merits.”
‘VERDICT SHOWS OUR
UNITY’
Reacting to the judgment, the Ogun governor, in a statement,
said the appeal court verdict validates the mandate bestowed on him by the
people during the election.
Abiodun said his administration is focused on the
advancement of the development of the state.
“I sincerely wish to convey my deepest appreciation for your
unwavering support throughout our journey,” the governor said.
“Today’s triumph at the Court of Appeal not only validates
the authenticity of the mandate you bestowed upon us during the last
governorship election but also demonstrates the strength of our unity.”
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