The Ondo State Governorship Election Petition Tribunal has affirmed the election of Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa, dismissing the petitions filed against his victory as speculative and lacking merit. The tribunal’s decision reinforces the legitimacy of the electoral process that led to Aiyedatiwa’s emergence as governor.
The tribunal emphasized that the petitioners failed to provide substantial evidence to support their claims of electoral malpractice. In its judgment, the tribunal stated that mere allegations without concrete proof cannot overturn the outcome of an election that was conducted in substantial compliance with the Electoral Act.
Governor Aiyedatiwa welcomed the tribunal’s verdict, describing it as a victory for democracy and the people of Ondo State. He called on all stakeholders to join hands in moving the state forward, emphasizing the need for unity and collective effort in achieving developmental goals.
The tribunal’s ruling is expected to bring stability to the political landscape of Ondo State, allowing the governor to focus on governance and the implementation of his administration’s agenda.
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