VERDICT: PRESIDENT BOLA TINUBU WELCOMES SUPREME COURT VERDICT DISMISSING PDP AND LP APPLICATIONS 26-10-23
By Sadiq Aminu President Bola Tinubu has welcomed the verdict of the Supreme Court that dismissed PDP and LP applications for submission of additional evidence to prove certificate forgery against him.
In a statement personally signed by him, President Tinubu says the court has done justice to all issues put up for consideration in the petitions on the merits of the law, without fear or favour.
“There is no doubt, with the profound judgment of today, that our electoral jurisprudence and constitutional democracy are further consolidated and embedded more indelibly in our national identity because of the diligence and undaunted professionalism of the Honourable Justices who presided over the matter.
While the verdict of today has laid to rest the agitating discourse over who truly won the 2023 Presidential election and met the constitutional requirements as laid out by law, I want to reiterate that my faith in our nation’s judiciary has never been shaken, not even for a moment, because I know that our hallowed courts of law will not fail to administer justice to all Nigerians in all matters and at all times. Despite the fusillade of pressure and attempts at intimidation by some political actors, the judiciary demonstrated its unequivocal commitment to upholding the rule of law for the upliftment and defense of humanity”, he stressed.
The President says the verdict has again affirmed the APC freely and fairly won the popular mandate of Nigerians.
“With deep gratitude to God Almighty, I solemnly and humbly accept today’s judicial victory with an intense sense of responsibility and a burning desire to meet the great challenges confronting our people.
The victory of today has further energised and strengthened my commitment to continue to serve all Nigerians of all political persuasions, tribes, and faiths, with honour and total respect for the diverse opinions and uniting values of our citizens”, the President added.
He says his Renewed Hope Agenda for a greater and prosperous Nigeria has further gained momentum, adding that he would continue to work vigorously to build a country that meets the collective yearnings and aspirations of her citizens.
The President emphasises: ^We are all members of one household, and this moment demands that we continue to work and build our country together. The strength of our diversity and the great citizenship that binds us must now compel us forward in directing the energy of our people towards building a virile, stronger, united, and more prosperous country.
In the days and months ahead, I trust that the spirit of patriotism will be elevated into supporting our administration to improve the living conditions of Nigerians. I am prepared to welcome the contributions of all Nigerians to foster and strengthen our collective progress.”
He sends his gratitude to Nigerians for the mandate to serve, and further promised to meet and exceed citizens’ expectations in service delivery and good governance.