Kaduna State governor, Uba Sani, has applauded the Court of Appeal’s verdict which upheld his victory as the winner of the March 18 governorship elections in the state.
In a statement issued by his spokesman, Muhammad Lawal Shehu, on Friday, the governor described the victory as the validation of the people’s will.
DAILY NIGERIAN reports that the Kaduna State Governorship Election Petition Tribunal in September had dismissed the petition filed by the People’s Democratic Party,PDP and its candidate, Mohammed Ashiru.
Dissatisfied with the judgement, the duo approached the Appeal Court to seek the reversal of the tribunal ruling.
But a three-member panel of justices of the Appellate Court on Friday unanimously dismissed the appeal.
According to him, the ruling is a “testament to the strength of our legal institutions, a win for democracy, and a validation of the people’s will.”
While expressing his joy and gratitude, Mr Sani extended a hand of fellowship to all opposing sides in a bid to move Kaduna state forward in tandem with the #SUSTAINKaduna agenda.
“Today, I received the news of the Appeal Court verdict ,I acknowledge and appreciate the diligence and thoroughness of the Kaduna State Elections Petition Tribunal and the Appeal Court for arriving at this verdict today.
“I have always remained confident in our judicial process. It is now time to peacefully move forward and continue to work assiduously for the people of Kaduna without distractions, as the task ahead of us is huge.
“The Deputy Governor, Dr Hadiza Sabuwa Balarabe, and my humble self appreciate the All Progressives Congress family and the good people of Kaduna for their unflinching support during this entire process.
“I urge my brothers in the opposition to accept this verdict in good faith and as the will of the people. It is time to come together as one to move our great state forward,” the governor said.
He also pledged to sustain dialogue with all stakeholders and maintain an open-door policy for well-meaning citizens.
