Happening now, the governorship election petition tribunal, convened in Lafia, Nasarawa State, has delivered a verdict that has sent shockwaves through the political landscape. Governor Abdullahi Sule, the incumbent governor of Nasarawa State, has been unseated, with the tribunal declaring David Ombugadu, the candidate of the opposition Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), as the rightful winner of the election.
The tribunal's ruling, which was issued on Monday, saw two of the justices concurring that the election had indeed been won by the PDP, while one judge dissented from the decision. Governor Sule, who had sought re-election for a second term under the banner of the All Progressives Congress (APC), faced formidable opposition during the closely contested election.
During the election, Governor Sule secured a total of 347,209 votes, narrowly defeating his closest opponent, Mr. Ombugadu, who garnered 283,016 votes. However, this tribunal's verdict has overturned the previous election results and pronounced Mr. Ombugadu as the duly elected governor of Nasarawa State.
The ramifications of this ruling are yet to fully unfold, as it is expected to have a significant impact on the political landscape of Nasarawa State and the wider Nigerian political scene. Governor Sule's legal team is reportedly considering their options, including the possibility of appealing the tribunal's decision.
As the political drama continues to unfold, Nasarawa State and the nation at large will be closely watching to see how this development shapes the future of the state's governance and the dynamics of Nigerian politics.
