Ogun Tribunal Judgement: Tolu Bankole congratulates Governor Dapo Abiodun, APC on victory

All Progressives Congress, APC, National Working Committee, NWC, member, Aare Tolu Bankole has congratulated the Governor of Ogun State, Prince Dapo Abiodun for his victory at the State Election Petition Tribunal.

The Ogun State Election Petition Tribunal had on Saturday upheld the emergence of Prince Abiodun as the authentic winner of the March 18, 2023 Governorship Election.

In a statement he personally signed, the NWC member also congratulated Deputy Governor, Engr. Noimot Oyedele-Salako, the All Progressives Congress (APC), and the people of Ogun State on this victory.

Hon Tolu described the judgement as a revalidation of the people’s mandate to continue Igbega Ipinle Ogun agenda of Prince Dapo Abiodun’s administration till 2027.

He said, “This judgement has again deepened our nation’s jurisprudence and reinforced our commitment to democratic values.

“As true democrats, we must embrace the tents of democracy which also encompass post election litigations. Our struggle and patriotic zeal must also fuel our reverence for democratic norms. The State Election Petition Tribunal has delivered justice. Now is the time to unite for the progress of Ogun State.

“The progress of Ogun drive of Governor Abiodun is built on equitable development and distribution of wealth across all parts of our dear Gateway state. The result of the governorship election, upheld by the Tribunal today, represents the will of majority of Ogun citizens and residents who voted massively for the APC”.

He further urged the opposition to sheath their swords and join hands with the Governor to develop the State.

“The Tribunal verdict should be accepted in good faith by all lovers of democracy. Our commitment to advancing Ogun State must be anchored on prioritizing our collective progress above personal vendetta.

“Since our collective vision is shaped by our passion for a prosperous Ogun State, let us, therefore, embrace the will of the people and support the Governor Dapo Abiodun in delivering on his Igbega Ogun mandate”

“Let us desist from all divisive politics and comments, by ensuring that no individual’s ambition should endanger the progress of Ogun State which is the priority of Governor Dapo Abiodun since inception.

“Again, congratulations to His Excellency Prince Dapo Abiodun CON, and Engr. Noimot Oyedele-Salako”, the statement read.