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According to Ombudagu, the election mandate bestowed upon him by the constituents of Nasarawa State is beyond criticism.
In a statement, Mike Omeri, the Director of Media and Publicity for the David Umbugadu Campaign Organisation, expressed that the candidate from the People's Democratic Party (PDP) is prepared to collaborate with political adversaries in order to salvage Nasarawa situation from its precarious situation and establish a trajectory towards peace, security, and sustainable development within the region.
Governor Sule was declared the winner of the March 18 election by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC).
After making the declaration, Ombudagu proceeded to the tribunal with the intention of contesting the outcome of his opponent's triumph.
In the virtual pronouncement of the verdict, Justice Ezekiel Ajayi, the Chairman of the tribunal, officially declared the candidate representing the People's Democratic Party (PDP), Ombugadu, as the duly elected governor of Nasarawa state.
In response to the verdict, Ombudagu expressed that the decision of the tribunal underscores the determination of a diverse range of individuals in Nasarawa State to pursue and obtain justice from those who fraudulently seized and claimed our electoral mandate for themselves.
The individual expressed that the actions exhibited by the people of Nasarawa State will serve to enhance our democratic system and underscore the significance of adhering to the values of fairness and accountability within our electoral procedures. The meticulous and unbiased analysis of the facts offered by the tribunal is commendable, resulting in a ruling that is both historic and landmark in nature.
The steadfast dedication of Ombugadu to the provision of service to the residents of Nasarawa State has been substantiated.
Throughout the endeavor to regain his usurped authority, he has consistently maintained a resolute conviction that righteousness would ultimately triumph. Presently, we commemorate not solely a judicial win, but additionally a significant accomplishment in relation to the democratic yearnings of the populace residing in Nasarawa State.
We would like to extend our sincere gratitude to the numerous friends and well-wishers of Dr. David Ombugadu, who demonstrated steadfast dedication and determination in their support. The triumph we have achieved can be attributed to your unwavering belief in the democratic process and your steadfast dedication to our cause.
We acknowledge the diligent endeavors of our legal team, whose unwavering commitment and specialized knowledge played a crucial role in effectively presenting our case to the tribunal. The objective has been achieved as a result of their rigorous preparation and impassioned campaigning.
As we progress, our dedication to the values of effective governance, inclusiveness, and public service in Nasarawa State remains unwavering.
As we maintain our involvement with our supporters and other political stakeholders, we acknowledge Alhaji Abdullahi A. Sule's entitlement to pursue an appeal against this ruling. However, we strongly advise against such action, as the election mandate bestowed upon Dr. Ombugadu by the populace of Nasarawa State is indisputable.
We cordially invite all our political adversaries to collaborate with us in the effort to rescue Nasarawa State from its current precarious situation, with the aim of establishing a framework for achieving peace, security, and sustainable development within the state.
We express our gratitude to the judiciary, the residents of Nasarawa State, and all individuals who have supported us in our endeavor to seek legal redress. Collectively, we shall construct a more promising future for our cherished state and future generations.