- Tribunal’s Ruling: The Edo State Governorship Election Petition Tribunal has affirmed Sen. Monday Okpebholo’s victory as the elected governor of the state.
- PDP’s Reaction: The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) expressed surprise at the tribunal’s decision and plans to study the judgment before deciding on the next course of action.
- Possible Next Steps: The PDP may explore further legal options, as hinted by the party’s statement.
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has expressed surprise at the Edo State Governorship Election Petition Tribunal’s decision to affirm Sen. Monday Okpebholo’s victory as the elected governor of the state. The party plans to study the judgment and decide on the next course of action.
According to the PDP, the tribunal’s decision was unexpected, and the party will review the judgment before determining its next steps. The party hinted that it may explore further legal options, citing the Electoral Act’s provisions on presenting certified true copies (CTCs) of unit results.
The PDP maintained that the APC and Sen. Okpebholo are aware that they are “sitting on a stolen mandate,” which the party aims to recover. The development sets the stage for potential further legal battles in the Edo State governorship election dispute.
