The All Progressives Congress (APC) National Working Committee (NWC) has urged all Nigerians, irrespective of ethnicity, religion, or political affiliations to cooperate with its administration in what it called a ” patriotic task of building a better, more prosperous nation”.
National Secretary of the Party, Senator Ajibola Basiru, made the appeal on Thursday while addressing newsmen in Abuja.
Describing the pronouncement of the justices of the PEPC as epochal judgement which it noted has further “reinforced our democracy and underscored the vibrancy and independence of the judiciary,” the APC national leadership assured its party faithful and Nigerians that it ” will stay focused and resolute in fostering unity and improving the quality of life of all Nigerians as enshrined in the eight-point agenda of this administration.”
The statement made available to newsmen by Senator Basiru read in part: “The National Working Committee (NWC) of the All Progressives Congress congratulates His Excellency, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, on his resounding victory at the Presidential Election Petition Tribunal (PEPT).
“Having meticulously adjudicated all the petitions brought before it by aggrieved parties and entered judgement in favour of our great party, the PEPT has reaffirmed the mandate handed our party and its Presidential Candidate, now President and Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of the Federal Republic of Nigeria by millions of Nigerians through the ballot on February 25, 2023. This epochal judgement has reinforced our democracy and underscored the vibrancy and independence of the judiciary.
“No doubt, the 2023 presidential election was keenly contested. The outcome remains a wholesale endorsement of our party’s vision, values, and commitment to rebuilding and repositioning our country for greatness. Our campaign planked on the unity and prosperity of Nigeria and our message of Renewed Hope obviously resonated with Nigerians at home and in Diaspora.
“We acknowledge and applaud the diligence and professionalism of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), security agencies, local and foreign observers and other stakeholders in ensuring a credible, free and fair election.
“We also commend our Party leaders, members, supporters, and campaigners for their unwavering commitment and resilience throughout the electoral process.
“As we soldier on in the business of governance, the APC will stay focused and resolute in fostering unity and improving the quality of life of all Nigerians as enshrined in the eight-point agenda of this administration.
“We enjoin all Nigerians, irrespective of ethnicity, religion, or political leanings to join hands with us in this onerous but patriotic task of building a better, more prosperous nation.
“Again, we commend the judiciary for strengthening our democratic process through the instrumentality of the law.”
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