Ighodalo Responds To Edo Governorship Tribunal Ruling, Announces Plan To Appeal

Ighodalo Responds To Edo Governorship Tribunal Ruling, Announces Plan To Appeal

Asue Ighodalo, the governorship candidate for the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the September 21, 2024, Edo State election, has vowed to contest the recent ruling by the Edo State Governorship Election Petition Tribunal, which upheld the election of Governor Monday Okpebholo of the All Progressives Congress (APC).

Expressing dissatisfaction with the tribunal’s decision, Ighodalo described it as a “travesty of justice” and reaffirmed his intention to appeal the judgment at the Court of Appeal. In a statement released on Wednesday, he criticized the tribunal’s ruling, arguing that it undermines the democratic rights of the electorate in Edo State….READ MORE….

Ighodalo emphasized that his decision to challenge the ruling is rooted in his commitment to preserving the integrity of the electoral process and upholding the people’s right to freely choose their leaders. He further stated, “I respect the judiciary as the last hope of the common man,” and called on his supporters to remain peaceful and law-abiding following the tribunal’s verdict.

While acknowledging the tribunal’s ruling, Ighodalo expressed his steadfast belief in the importance of the rule of law as the foundation of Nigeria’s democracy. He reassured his supporters that this setback is only the beginning of a greater struggle for justice, democracy, and the sanctity of the people’s mandate.

Ighodalo thanked his supporters for their unwavering dedication and support throughout his campaign. He reiterated that his candidacy was never about personal ambition but about creating a prosperous Edo State based on democratic values, justice, and the will of the people.

In conclusion, Ighodalo instructed his legal team to proceed with the appeal to the Court of Appeal, deeming the tribunal’s decision as a serious setback for democracy. He emphasized that the struggle was not about individual interests, but about preserving the collective right to determine the state’s future and ensuring a legacy of justice for future generations.