Following the National Assembly Elections Petition Tribunal's ruling invalidating the election victory of Thaddeus Attah from the Labour Party in the Eti Osa Federal Constituency, key candidates Banky W and Ibrahim Babajide Obanikoro have reacted to the court's decision.
Banky W, the popular Nigerian singer and actor who ran under the Peoples Democratic Party, expressed his belief in the possibility of change and progress. He shared a post on his verified social media handle, acknowledging the court's ruling and emphasizing his confidence in the electoral process. Banky W urged his supporters to remain united and assured them that he would continue to fight for their interests.
Ibrahim Obanikoro, the All Progressives Congress candidate, confirmed the court ruling and expressed his appreciation to the judges for adhering to constitutional principles. He took to his official Instagram handle to share the news and conveyed his trust in the justice system. Obanikoro expressed optimism about the upcoming supplementary election and vowed to continue serving his constituents diligently.
Thaddeus Attah, whose election victory was nullified, responded to the ruling by assuring his constituents that he was not removed from office. He explained that the tribunal had ordered a rerun in the 32 polling units where elections did not take place. Attah called for calm and unity among his supporters and urged them to participate actively in the forthcoming supplementary election.
The court's decision has set the stage for a rerun in the affected polling units, and the reactions from Banky W, Ibrahim Obanikoro, and Thaddeus Attah reflect their determination to engage in the electoral process and seek a favorable outcome.
