- Jubilant citizens hail victory
Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa of Ondo State has described the judiciary as the bedrock of society, stressing that fairness, equity, and justice are indispensable for the sustenance of democracy, following the recent Supreme Court’s judgment affirming his election.
Speaking at the Democracy Park in Akure, where he was given a rousing welcome from jubilant supporters following his Supreme Court victory, Governor Aiyedatiwa expressed profound gratitude to God, the people of the state, and all who stood by him throughout the legal battle.
The governor commended his legal team for their professionalism and lauded the judiciary for delivering justice without fear or favour.
Aiyedatiwa equally appreciated President Bola Tinubu for his leadership, noting that “when a good leader steers the affairs of a nation, fairness and equity prevail.”
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“I thank the people of Ondo State for entrusting us with their mandate and for standing by us during the election and the court process. This victory is not mine alone; it belongs to every citizen of this state,” he said.
In his goodwill message, the Director of Corporate Affairs of the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC), Hon. Ifedayo Abegunde, hailed the governor’s triumph as a victory for the people, affirming that their votes were not wasted.
Also, former Deputy Governor Alhaji Abdulazeez Oluboyo praised Aiyedatiwa for making history by winning across all local government areas of the state, assuring citizens of quality leadership and delivery of democratic dividends under his administration.
Remarking, former Commissioner for Women Affairs, Mrs. Omowumi Ohwovoriole, described the Supreme Court judgment as “the end of discussion” over the last election, expressing confidence that the governor would usher in development, peace, and tranquility across the state