In a surprising turn of events, the Social Democratic Party (SDP) has officially withdrawn its petition challenging the election of Governor Monday Okpebholo in the Edo State Governorship Election. The petition, filed before the Edo State Governorship Election Petition Tribunal, was dismissed after the party’s counsel, Jackson Ehiabhi, informed the Tribunal of their decision to discontinue the case.
This development came following a directive from the National Secretariat of the SDP. The three-man tribunal, chaired by Justice Wilfred Kpochi, acknowledged the withdrawal, bringing an abrupt end to the case that had previously questioned the legitimacy of Okpebholo’s election.
The decision has raised eyebrows within the political circle, as it signifies a shift in the political dynamics of Edo State, particularly regarding the ongoing contestations over the electoral process. While the official reasons behind the party’s withdrawal remain unclear, many are speculating that party leadership may have reached an internal consensus or been influenced by external factors.
The dismissal of the case now leaves Okpebholo’s election uncontested by the SDP, solidifying his standing as the elected Governor of Edo State. Further updates are expected as the political landscape evolves in the wake of this significant development.
Tags
News