In a landmark ruling, the Court of Appeal in Abuja has declared Governor Abdullahi Sule of the All Progressives Congress (APC) as the rightful winner of the2023 gubernatorial election in Nasarawa State. The three-member panel of justices, led by Justice Uchechukwu Onyemenam, unanimously nullified the judgement of the Governorship Election Petition Tribunal (GEPT) that had initially declared David Ombugadu of the People's Democratic Party (PDP) as the winner of the election held on March18,2023.
The judgement, delivered on Thursday, has brought a significant twist to the political landscape of Nasarawa State. Governor Sule, who had been challenging the tribunal's decision, can now breathe a sigh of relief as the Appeal Court has overturned the previous ruling.
The Court of Appeal's decision was based on a thorough examination of the case, with the panel adopting the nine issues formulated by the appellant during the reading of the judgement. This demonstrates the court's commitment to ensuring a fair and just resolution to the dispute.
The ruling has sparked widespread reactions from various political stakeholders in the state. Supporters of Governor Sule and the APC have expressed their joy and satisfaction, hailing the Appeal Court's decision as a victory for democracy and the will of the people.
On the other hand, supporters of David Ombugadu and the PDP have expressed disappointment and frustration over the reversal of the tribunal's verdict. They believe that the initial judgement was a true reflection of the people's choice and are considering further legal options.
As the news of the Appeal Court's ruling spreads across Nasarawa State, political analysts predict that this development will have far-reaching implications for the political landscape, party dynamics, and governance in the state. It remains to be seen how the various political actors will respond and adapt to this new reality.
With this judgement, Governor Abdullahi Sule is set to continue his tenure as the governor of Nasarawa State, leading the state towards progress and development. The people of Nasarawa State now await the governor's plans and policies for the next phase of his administration.
Further details on the judgement and its implications will be provided as they become available.
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