The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Osun State has responded to the recent Supreme Court ruling that affirmed Governor Ademola Adeleke’s victory, News About Nigeria reports.
The party’s Director of Media and Information, Chief Kola Olabisi, released a statement expressing their acceptance of the judgment, acknowledging the inevitable presence of winners and losers in any competition.
While congratulating Governor Adeleke on his victory, the APC made it clear that they would not shy away from their opposition responsibilities in holding the government accountable.
Acting Chairman of the APC in the state, Sooko Tajudeen Lawal, emphasized the party’s commitment to democracy and the rule of law, accepting the finality of the Supreme Court’s decision.
He acknowledged the party’s dissatisfaction with the outcome but emphasized that there is no legal recourse to challenge the verdict of the highest court in the land.
According to Lawal, “We urge our party members and supporters not to lose hope due to the current political circumstances in the state, as politics does not ensure continuous triumphs.
“The current winner’s position is not permanent since the contested political office has a tenure of four years, after which we will have the opportunity to compete with those celebrating their victory today.”
He further added, “It is important to note that our party and our candidate, former Governor Gboyega Oyetola, may have lost the election as pronounced by the apex court, but it is evident to the public that they did not lose the battle. As Osun State belongs to all of us, we assure the PDP and the government that we will meet them head-on when the time is constitutionally ripe.”
Previously reported, the Supreme Court upheld Ademola Adeleke’s victory in the Osun State governorship election, dismissing all disputes brought against him by Adegboyega Oyetola.
The five-man panel of the Supreme Court, led by Justice Emmanuel Agip, stated that the BVAS (Biometric Voter Authentication System) formed the foundation of Adeleke’s case.
The court rejected Oyetola’s argument that the presiding officers in the 774 polling units did not use the BVAS machine, as it could not be substantiated.
The court also noted that, according to INEC regulations and guidelines, election results can only be collated if they align with the figures in the BVAS and those transmitted to the INEC Results Viewing Portal, IRev.
