Atiku in his congratulatory message to the governors on X (formerly Twitter) after the Supreme Court affirmed their victory in the March 18, 2023 election, said that the apex court’s ruling was an undeniable triumph for constitutional democracy.
The presidential candidate for the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the 2023 elections, Atiku Abubakar, has applauded the Supreme Court for affirming the election of Governors Bala Mohammed of Bauchi, Dauda Lawal of Zamfara, Caleb Muftwang of Plateau, and Umo Eno of Akwa Ibom states.
Atiku in his congratulatory message to the governors on X (formerly Twitter) after the Supreme Court affirmed their victory in the March 18, 2023 election, said that the apex court’s ruling was an undeniable triumph for constitutional democracy.
The former Nigerian Vice President who also congratulated the Kano State Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf of the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) whose sacking by the Court of Appeal was reversed by the Supreme Court, said that the Supreme Court’s ruling ensures the continuation of the high standards of governance PDP has established.
He said, “The Supreme Court’s decision represents a significant victory for the people of Bauchi, Plateau, Akwa Ibom, and Zamfara states and is undeniably a triumph for constitutional democracy.
“I extend my congratulations to Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf, @Kyusufabba, of Kano State of the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) on his commendable legal victory. This moment also provides an excellent opportunity to restate my commitment to the idea that a unified opposition is crucial for strengthening democracy in Nigeria.
“I am more ready than ever to lead this endeavour, working alongside our esteemed leaders and governors for the betterment of our nation.
“The Supreme Court’s ruling ensures the continuation of the high standards of governance that the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has established in these states.
“I call upon Governors @SenBalaMohammed of Bauchi, Dauda Lawal of Zamfara, Barr. Caleb Muftwang of Plateau, and Pastor @_PastorUmoEno of Akwa Ibom to view their Supreme Court victories as chances to further solidify and broaden the impressive governance they have already been providing.
“With the election phase now behind us, I am confident that the PDP will concentrate on its critical role as the principal opposition party in Nigeria, guided by its capable governors and myself.”

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