Ombugadu also promised that he would continue to play his part for the betterment of Nasarawa
By Kehinde Okeowo
Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) candidate in the March 18, 2023 gubernatorial election in Nasarawa State, David Ombugadu has sued for peace among his supporters.
TheNiche has earlier reported that a protest broke out on Friday in Lafia, the capital of Nasarawa State, after the Supreme Court upheld the election of Governor Abdullahi Sule.
However, after the protesters trooped to the streets, Ombugadu urged his followers to maintain calm and unity, while also expressing his gratitude to them.
He went on to acknowledge the unwavering support received during the electoral campaign and the subsequent legal battles.
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Speaking via a statement on Friday night, the PDP candidate said: “While the outcome may not have been what we had hoped for, the strength and dedication displayed by you and countless others during this period have not gone unnoticed,” the statement reads.
“Your commitment to the principles of democracy, justice, and the ideals we hold dear has been truly inspiring.
“Though the court’s verdict did not align with our expectations, let us remember that our shared values and dedication to the betterment of Nasarawa State remain steadfast.
“I am grateful for the trust and belief you placed in me throughout this journey. Your support has been a source of strength, and I am honored to have had such dedicated supporters by my side.
“As we navigate the path forward, let us continue to uphold the spirit of unity and resilience that defines our state and country in general.
“Together, we can contribute to the progress and development of Nasarawa state, irrespective of the challenges we may face.”
Ombugadu added that he would continue to play his part for the betterment of Nasarawa.
On October 2, 2023, the Nasarawa governorship election tribunal sacked Sule as governor of the state and declared the PDP candidate the winner.
However, Sule appealed the ruling and the judgment of the tribunal was reversed by the Appeal Court.
Dissatisfied with the appellate court’s verdict, Ombugadu filed an appeal at the supreme court – where he lost out.