Kogi Guberntaorial: Ajaka Of SDP Rejects Tribunal Judgment

Kogi Guberntaorial: Ajaka Of SDP Rejects Tribunal Judgment

The Social Democratic Party (SDP) gubernatorial candidate in Kogi state, Alhaji Murtala Yakubu Ajaka, has described his loss at the tribunal to Governor Usman Ododo as a temporary setback, pledging to take the case to the highest court…………CONTINUE READING

In a statement issued in Abuja, Ajaka responded to the Kogi State Governorship Election Petition Tribunal’s dismissal of his petition against Governor Ododo, stating, “A long walk to freedom has just begun.”

He expressed his feelings, saying, “Today, I come before you with a heavy heart, but also with a fire of optimism burning in my soul. We have just received the news that our election petition has been unsuccessful at the tribunal.

“It is a setback, a moment of disappointment, and it is natural for us to feel disheartened. But let me tell you this, my fellow Kogites, this is not the end of our journey. This is just a chapter in our fight for justice, truth, the rights of our people, and freedom.”

Ajaka praised his legal team, stating, “Despite the outcome at the tribunal, I am proud to say that we had a team of brilliant lawyers who did an outstanding job in proving the case of overvoting during the election.

“Their dedication, expertise, and unwavering commitment to upholding the principles of democracy have left an indelible mark on our case as we push further.”

He emphasized the professionalism and tenacity of his legal team, who “meticulously gathered evidence, scrutinized data, and presented a compelling case to the tribunal.” Despite the tribunal acknowledging the overvoting, the case was dismissed.

Ajaka assured supporters, “These lawyers did not fail us. We are very optimistic that they will be vindicated by the end of the petition. I can assure you that this judgment will not stand the test of time

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