PEPT Ruling: Governor Otu congratulates President Tinubu’s, says it’s victory for people’s will
The Governor of Cross River State, Sen. Bassey Edet Otu has congratulated President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s over his victory at the Presidential Election Petitions Tribunal and calling it a victory for the will of the people.
Governor Otu noted that the PEPC verdict has reinforced the overwhelming power that Nigerians vested upon the President in the 2023 general elections and reaffirmed the judiciary as a fair arbitrator in elections and other disputes.
“President Tinubu and Vice President Kashim Shettima’s victory at the Presidential Election Petition Court reinforces the overwhelming vote of confidence by Nigerians on February 25, 2023,” a statement by his chief press secretary, Emmanuel Ogbeche, quoted the governor as saying.
“This judgment, hopefully, should bring an end to further proceedings by the other political parties and their candidates and make a demand of them to support your administration in resetting the economic and political trajectory of our great country”
“Also, Your Excellency, 100 days of your being in office has been marked by courage to take the much-needed tough decisions, demonstrates resilience and commitment to the Renewed Hope Agenda”
“It is my expectation, and that of the Government and People of Cross River State, that you will continue to deliver on the mandate of our great party, the APC, in providing the much-needed democratic dividend for all Nigerians”
“I assure you of my administration’s continued support and deeply appreciate your endearing love for Cross River State and look forward to its sustenance,” the governor stated.
