Judiciary
Edo Governorship Election: Ighodalo To Appeal Tribunal’s Verdict Favouring Okpebholo
Edo Governorship Election: Ighodalo To Appeal Tribunal’s Verdict Favouring Okpebholo
Edo Governorship Election: Ighodalo to appeal tribunal’s verdict favouring Okpebholo. “I have, therefore, instructed my legal team to proceed to the Court of Appeal to challenge this decision…,” said Mr Ighodalo.
Asue Ighodalo, the Peoples Democratic Party candidate in the September 19 governorship election in Edo, has said he will challenge the tribunal’s judgment at the Court of Appeal.
The election tribunal in Abuja on Wednesday reaffirmed Governor Monday Okpebholo’s victory and dismissed the petitions of the PDP and Ighodalo.
Mr Ighodalo, in a statement, said his decision to challenge the judgment aimed to protect the Edo people’s collective rights and ensure they freely determine their future.
He said, “Today, the Edo Governorship Election Petition Tribunal delivered its judgment on our petition challenging the outcome of the September 21, 2024 election in our dear state.
“While we may not all agree with the verdict, we remain steadfast in our belief that the rule of law must continue as democracy’s foundational bedrock.”
The PDP politician added, “Our pursuit of justice affirms our firm belief that Edo people’s right to freely choose their leaders through credible, free, and fair elections must always prevail.
“As a committed democrat, I respect the judiciary as the last hope of the common man and urge all Edo people to remain peaceful, calm, and law-abiding.”
Mr Ighodalo said this was not the end of their journey but the beginning of a greater struggle for justice, democracy, and the sanctity of the people’s mandate.
He commended the people for their massive support, sincere love, and belief in their shared vision for a prosperous Edo, which had fuelled their journey.
Ighodalo To Appeal Tribunal
Ighodalo To Appeal Tribunal
“For us, this has never been about personal ambition but about our conviction to create a clear ‘Pathway to Prosperity’ for Edo while upholding democracy’s core values.
“I have, therefore, instructed my legal team to proceed to the Court of Appeal to challenge this decision, which we consider a serious miscarriage of justice.
“This is not about me or any single individual; it is about democracy’s essence, our collective right to determine our future, and our legacy for generations unborn. We remain resolute. We remain committed. We shall not waver in our pursuit of truth and justice,” Mr Ighodalo said.
Governor Alia Launches Probe Into Destruction Of LG Secretariat, Traditional Palace In Benue
Governor Alia launches probe into destruction of LG secretariat, traditional palace in Benue. Benue State Governor Hyacinth Alia has set up a committee to investigate the destruction of the Gwer West Local Government Secretariat, the Ter-Tyoshin palace, and several private properties in Naka town.
During a visit to the affected areas on Thursday, Alia condemned the violence—allegedly triggered by protests over repeated herdsmen attacks—and urged residents to support government efforts to restore peace.
He warned that anyone found colluding with external attackers would face the full weight of the law.
Ter-Tyoshin, Chief Daniel Abomtse, described the attack on his palace as a calculated sabotage, questioning the authenticity of the protest. He praised the governor’s visit and called for the perpetrators to be brought to justice.
Governor Alia Launches Probe
Meanwhile, local government staff Christiana Gbagbul and Civil Protection Guard Commander Nyiuma Nicholas accused the military of complicity and called for their redeployment, urging that the police take over internal security in the area.
High Court Bars Natasha, Akpabio From Granting Media Interviews
High court bars Natasha, Akpabio from granting media interviews. Ms Nyako ordered that no party or counsel in the suit should grant media interviews pending the hearing and determination of the case.
On Friday, the Federal High Court, Abuja Division, restrained Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, the Senate president, Godswill Akpabio, and others from granting media interviews while the suit filed by Ms Akpoti-Uduaghan is still pending before the court.
The new judge, Justice Binta Nyako, gave the order during the hearing of the suit filed by the suspended senator to stop the Senate from investigating her.
Ms Nyako ordered that no party or counsel in the suit should grant media interviews pending the hearing and determination of the case.
“There should be no press interviews by all parties and counsel as regards the subject matter of this case and no streaming or social media posts as regard this case,” said the judge. “There should be no TV interviews as regards this. There should be total media blockage.”
Akpabio, Senator Natasha
On Thursday, the Federal High Court chief judge, Justice John Tsoho, reassigned the case to Ms Nyako.
The development followed Justice Obiora Egwuatu’s withdrawal after citing allegations of bias reportedly levelled against him by the Senate president, who is the third defendant.
Nigerian Artisan Jailed 6 Months For Stealing Solar Lamp Posts Worth N80,000
Nigerian artisan jailed 6 months for stealing solar lamp posts worth N80,000. An Area Court in Jos on Friday sentenced an artisan, Danjuma Alei, to six months’ imprisonment for stealing two solar lamp posts worth N80,000.
An Area Court in Jos on Friday sentenced an artisan, Danjuma Alei, to six months’ imprisonment for stealing two solar lamp posts worth N80,000.
The judge, Shawomi Bokkos, sentenced the convict after he pleaded guilty to theft. The judge, however gave the convict an option of N20,000 fine. He also ordered the convict to pay compensation of N80,000.
Police Arrests Notorious Kidnapper
Earlier, the police prosecutor, Daniel Damulak, told the court that the case was reported at the Anglo Jos Police Station, on January 21 by Davou Yakubu.
He said the complainant said Mr Alei trespassed on his property and stole two outdoor solar lamp posts.
The prosecutor further told the court that during the police investigation, Mr Alei confessed to the crime.
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