Nigerian Governor Dedicates Victory At Supreme Court to Allah

Governor Abdulfatah Ahmed of Kwara State has described as a call to greater service the Supreme Court’s judgment which Tuesday reaffirmed his 2011 election as the duly elected governor of the state.

Ahmed, in a statement signed by his chief press secretary, Alh. Abdulwahab Oba, noted that the judgment has affirmed, beyond any doubt, that the 2011 election in the state was a true reflection of the wish and aspirations of the people of the state.

Dedicating his victory to Allah and the good people of the state, Ahmed commended Senator Bukola Saraki and the leadership of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, at all levels in the state for their steadfastness and support before and during the litigation.

Expressing optimism that his administration will continue to enjoy unalloyed support and cooperation from the people of the state, he assured that the drive to consiolidate the achievements of the last eight years will be sustained.

Ahmed, who called on Kwarans at home and abroad to join the moving train of the PDP administration, premised on shared prosperity, urged the opposition in the state, having exhausted the judicial option, to join his administration in the renewed efforts to evolve an agro-driven economy for the state.

Reacting, Kwara ACN Governorship Candidate, Mohammed Dele Belgore, SAN, in a statement by his media aide, Rafiu Ajakaye said he and his party have accepted in good faith the verdict of the Supreme Court which dismissed his petition and upheld the election of the PDP Governor, Abdulfatah Ahmed.

He said: “As law-abiding citizens and members of a political party with profound respect for the rule of law and public peace and order, we accept the decision of the Supreme Court which is the highest court in the land.”

He said the struggle for a better Kwara State continues and urged Kwarans to remain steadfast, irrespective of the position of the apex court.

The statement added: “Whilst the legal battle is over, the quest for freedom and the fight to bring meaningful and good governance to the people of Kwara continues.

“We salute the courage of the good people of Kwara State who stood firm behind the campaign for a better Kwara State. Even though we did not get the ultimate prize, together, with their unwavering support and courage, we have changed the political map of Kwara State forever.”

By Steven Oni/Ilorin