Governor Rotimi Akeredolu of Ondo State has congratulated President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, on his victory at the Presidential Election Petition Court, which delivered its verdict on Wednesday in Abuja, affirming his victory in the February 25 Presidential Election.
The Governor, in a statement signed by his Chief Press Secretary, Mr Richard Olatunde, also congratulated the ruling party, the All Progressives Congress (APC), on the victory, describing the judgement as a revalidation of the people’s mandate and the renewed hope agenda of President Tinubu’s administration.
Akeredolu said, “This judgement has deepened our nation’s jurisprudence and solidified our commitment to democratic values.
“As true democrats, we must embrace the tenets of democracy, which also encompass post-election litigations. Our struggle for service must also fuel our reverence for democratic values. The Presidential Election Petition Tribunal has dispensed Justice. Now is the time to come together and build our nation.
“The renewed hope drive of President Tinubu is anchored on assurance of a paradigm shift. The result of the February 25 Presidential poll, upheld by the Tribunal, represents the will of most Nigerians who voted massively for the APC.
“Our Judiciary has again lived up to expectations. It has reaffirmed our belief that it remains the last hope of the masses. We must collectively commend the pivotal role our Judiciary has played in enriching our democracy and upholding justice”
Akeredolu, however, called on Nigerians across the party divide, especially Atiku Abubakar and Peter Obi, to team up with Tinubu to deliver the real dividends of democracy to Nigerians through the Renewed Hope agenda.
He said, “Notwithstanding our days in court, we urge the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) candidate, Alhaji Atiku Abubakar and the Labour Party Candidate, Mr Peter Obi, to sheath their swords and join hands with the President to develop the country.
“The Tribunal verdict should be accepted in good faith by all lovers of democracy. Our commitment to advancing the national project must be built on national interest, prioritising the good of the people above personal victory.
“Since our collective vision is shaped by our passion for a prosperous nation, let us, therefore, embrace the will of the people and support the President in delivering on his Renewed Hope agenda.” The Governor said.
Akeredolu called on Nigerians to desist from divisive politics and comments, adding that election matters should not hurt the nation’s unity.
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