In a significant turn of events at the National Assembly Elections Tribunal in Ibadan, Oyo State, Hon. Abass Adigun Agborin’s victory in the February 25th, 2023, and April rerun elections for the Ibadan South-East/North-East federal constituency has been reaffirmed.
The tribunal’s judgment delivered a resounding affirmation of Hon. Abass Adigun’s electoral success and dismissed the petitions filed by the APC candidate, Dapo Lam.
This momentous decision, which solidifies Hon. Abass Adigun’s position as the elected representative of the constituency, was met with enthusiastic congratulations from Hon. Adeniyi Adeyinka Kazim ‘Bibire,’ the former Special Adviser to Governor Seyi Makinde on local government and chieftaincy matters.
Hon. Adeniyi Adeyinka Kazim ‘Bibire’ described this victory as a triumph not only for the constituency but also for the principles of democracy.
The congratulatory message highlighted the significance of fair and free elections in upholding the democratic process.
The verdict from the National Assembly Elections Tribunal has not only put to rest the electoral disputes in the Ibadan South-East/North-East federal constituency but also underscored the importance of upholding the integrity of democratic elections in Nigeria.
With the legal challenges settled, Hon. Abass Adigun Agborin can now focus on his responsibilities as the elected representative of the people.