Atiku Rejects Tribunal’s Verdict, Vows to Pursue Appeal to Supreme Court

Former Vice President of Nigeria and the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) presidential candidate for the 2023 election, Atiku Abubakar, has expressed his dissatisfaction with the judgment delivered by the Presidential Election Petition Court on the 2023 presidential election.

He made this known during a press conference held to react to the court’s verdict.Abubakar, who had challenged the declaration of the All Progressives Congress (APC) and its candidate as the winners of the February 25 presidential election by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), stated that his decision to go to court was motivated by his belief in the judiciary as the sanctuary of justice.

Abubakar, who had challenged the declaration of the All Progressives Congress (APC) and its candidate as the winners of the February 25 presidential election by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), stated that his decision to go to court was motivated by his belief in the judiciary as the sanctuary of justice.

He expressed disappointment in the judgment of the court, citing his concerns over the management of the presidential election by INEC. Atiku Abubakar believed that the gains made in ensuring transparent elections through technology were compromised during the election. He expressed the hope that the court’s judgment would restore confidence in the pursuit of free and fair elections.

However, Atiku Abubakar refused to accept the judgment, stating that it fell short of his expectation of substantial justice. He emphasized his confidence in the judiciary and announced his intention to activate his right to appeal the judgment to the Supreme Court, the highest court in the land.

In his speech, he stressed the importance of transparent and credible elections in Nigeria’s democracy, stating that the outcome should accurately reflect the wishes of the electorate. Atiku Abubakar affirmed his commitment to ensuring an electoral process devoid of manipulations.

He concluded his address by urging his supporters to remain steadfast and expressing his belief in the eventual restoration of confidence in Nigeria’s electoral system.

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Atiku Abubakar’s decision to appeal the judgment sets the stage for further legal proceedings and underscores the significance of the judiciary in upholding democratic principles in Nigeria.

The former Vice President’s determination to continue his legal battle reflects his unwavering commitment to the pursuit of justice and fair elections in the country. As the legal process unfolds, the nation will closely watch the developments and their impact on Nigeria’s political landscape.