The All Progressives Congress has described the ruling of the Edo State Governorship Election Petition Tribunal affirming Governor Monday Okpebholo’s victory as a validation of the people’s will.
In a statement on Thursday, APC National Publicity Secretary, Felix Morka, commended the judiciary for what he called a well-reasoned judgment.
The tribunal, in a unanimous decision on Wednesday, dismissed the petition filed by the Peoples Democratic Party and its candidate, Asue Ighodalo, ruling that they failed to prove allegations of over-voting.
Reacting to the judgment, the APC congratulated Okpebholo and his deputy, Dennis Idahosa, urging them to redouble their efforts in delivering good governance.
Morka said, “The All Progressives Congress heartily congratulates the Executive Governor of Edo State, His Excellency, Senator Monday Okpebholo, and his Deputy, Rt. Hon. Dennis Idahosa, on the judgment of the Edo State Governorship Election Tribunal affirming their electoral victory.
“This landmark judgement validates the overwhelming support of the Edo State electorate for APC’s candidate in the September 21, 2024, gubernatorial election. It also stands as an affirmation of the popular will of the good people of Edo State.
“We applaud the judiciary for its well-reasoned decision in the matter, underscoring its independence, professionalism and commitment to strengthening democracy in our country.”
The party also praised the people of Edo State for their support of the APC in the recent election and for their patience and continued backing throughout the legal proceedings.
Morka added, “Confident that this well-deserved victory will further energise Governor Okpebholo, who is already saturating the state with good governance and dividends of democracy, we urge the governor to do even more for the Edo electorate and translate President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda into meaningful benefits for all in the state.
“We remain thankful to President Tinubu, our visionary and dogged achiever, for his exceptional leadership of our great party.”
