The Presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in the 2023 presidential election, Atiku Abubakar, has pleaded with justices of the Supreme Court, calling upon them to uphold justice and the rule of law as they prepare to commence the hearing of petitions filed by himself against the election victory of President Bola Tinubu.
This development comes on the heels of heightened scrutiny and public interest in the controversy surrounding President Tinubu’s academic credentials from Chicago University, an issue that has captured the attention of the entire nation. Atiku, in a bid to shed light on this critical matter, on Thursday, addressed Nigerians at a press conference held in the nation’s capital, Abuja.
During his press briefing, Atiku underscored the gravity of the situation, emphasizing that the reputation of Nigeria as a whole hangs in the balance. He stated that the outcome of the legal proceedings would reverberate throughout the nation and impact every Nigerian, both within and outside the country’s borders.
“The reputation of our country is at stake and that affects Nigerians everywhere and wherever they may be,” Atiku said.
Furthermore, Atiku extended an invitation to two prominent figures in Nigerian politics, Peter Obi, the 2023 presidential candidate of the Labour Party, and Rabiu Kwankwaso, who contested under the banner of the New Nigeria Peoples Party.
He urged both Obi and Kwankwaso to join him in the pursuit of justice for Nigeria, emphasizing that this endeavour transcends personal or party interests.
News About Nigeria reports that Atiku’s call for unity and solidarity in this quest underscores the gravity of the issues at hand and the need for a united front in the fight for justice and accountability in the nation’s political landscape.
As the Supreme Court prepares to weigh the arguments and evidence presented by Atiku and his legal team, the eyes of the nation remain fixed on this pivotal moment in Nigeria’s history. The outcome of this legal battle will undoubtedly shape the trajectory of the country’s political landscape and determine the course of justice, transparency, and moral integrity in Nigerian governance.
