The Supreme Court ready to deliver a highly anticipated judgement on the Kogi State Governorship Election dispute between Alh. Murtala Yakubu Ajaka and Usman Ododo on Friday, 23rd August, 2024. This development follows the Court’s decision to reserve its judgement on the petition on 19th August, 2024.
The ongoing legal battle began after the November 11, 2023, governorship election, which saw Ododo declared the winner. Ajaka, the candidate of the Social Democratic Party (SDP), challenged the outcome, citing irregularities and electoral malpractices.
The Supreme Court’s verdict will bring closure to the prolonged legal tussle, which has kept the people of Kogi State in suspense. The judgement is expected to be a landmark decision, setting a precedent for future electoral disputes.
Stay tuned with Naija Reality News for live updates as the judgement is delivered. The outcome will have far-reaching implications for the people of Kogi State and the political landscape of Nigeria.
In the meantime, tensions are running high in Kogi State, with supporters of both candidates eagerly awaiting the outcome. The state’s residents are advised to remain calm and peaceful, regardless of the judgement.
As the nation waits with bated breath, one thing is certain – the Supreme Court’s decision will shape the future of Kogi State’s governance and democratic process.
