Former lawmaker and renowned philanthropist, Rt. Hon. Paul Nnajiofor (Ononenyi), has extended his warmest congratulations to the Governor of Enugu State, His Excellency, Barr. Peter Mbah, on the heels of a resounding victory at the Enugu governorship election tribunal.
In his congratulatory message, Rt. Hon. Paul Nnajiofor applauded the tribunal's decision, characterizing it as a significant triumph for democracy and the collective will of the people. He stressed that this verdict represents the conclusive end to a chapter of political uncertainty in Enugu State, firmly affirming Governor Peter Mbah's mandate as the duly elected leader of the state. This mandate was unequivocally expressed by the people of Enugu in the March 18 election.
The Enugu governorship election tribunal, chaired by Justice Kudirat Murayo Akano, delivered its historic ruling, dismissing allegations of certificate forgery brought against Governor Peter Mbah by the Labour Party (LP) and the Peoples Redemption Party (PRP). The tribunal's judgment provided much-needed relief to Governor Mbah, who had endured a protracted legal battle questioning the authenticity of his National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) certificate.
Justice Akano, in delivering the tribunal's verdict, stated that Governor Peter Mbah's eligibility to contest for the governor's office did not hinge on his submission of the NYSC certificate to the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). The tribunal further ruled that the LP governorship candidate, Chijioke Edeoga, failed to present any admissible evidence to substantiate claims of forgery regarding Governor Mbah's certificate.
This ruling brought an end to the longstanding legal turmoil that had enveloped the Enugu State governorship election, with the authenticity of Governor Mbah's NYSC certificate at its core. The courtroom was filled to capacity with lawyers representing both petitioners and respondents, eagerly awaiting the tribunal's momentous verdict. Proceedings commenced promptly at 9:07 AM, with the case of Chris Agu of the PRP against Peter Mbah of the PDP and INEC taking precedence.
As Governor Peter Mbah's electoral victory is reaffirmed, Rt. Hon. Paul Nnajiofor calls upon all stakeholders and residents of Enugu State to rally behind the Governor and provide unwavering support for his administration. The time for unity and progress in Enugu State has arrived, and together, the state can achieve remarkable development and prosperity under Governor Mbah's leadership.
