By Onyewuchi Ojinnaka
Nigeria’s main opposition party, the Peoples Democratic Pary (PDP), has hailed the judgement of the High Court, which upheld the qualification and election of Edo State Governor, Godwin Obaseki.
While commending the High Court judgement on Saturday, the party described the verdict of the court as triumph of justice, victory for democracy and a seal on Governor Obaseki’s land-slide victory as the clear choice of the people at the September 19, 2020 governorship election.
“Indeed, the instant jubilation on the streets of Edo State at the news of the judgement is a resounding testimony that justice has been upheld and that Governor Obaseki’s election was in line with the wishes and aspiration of the overwhelming majority of the people of Edo state.
“Unarguably, @GovernorObaseki was reelected because of his manifest patriotism and dedication to duty as demonstrated in his unwavering zeal towards the development of his state and the empowerment of his people”, PDP tweeted.
The Party commended the judiciary for upholding justice on the case and urged Governor Obaseki to continue in his selfless service to the people; for which the party and its elected and appointed public officers are known across the country and beyond.