President Bola Tinubu has reassured the Nigerian people of his revitalized commitment to realizing his vision of a united, peaceful, and prosperous nation.
This affirmation comes in the wake of the Presidential Election Petition Tribunal’s (PEPT) verdict in Abuja.
In a statement issued and signed by his spokesperson, Ajuri Ngelale, Tinubu conveyed his wholehearted acceptance of the Tribunal’s judgment. He expressed a profound sense of solemn responsibility and readiness to serve all Nigerians, irrespective of their diverse political affiliations, religious beliefs, or ethnic backgrounds.
The President also acknowledged the diligence, unwavering commitment, and professionalism exhibited by the five-member panel, led by Justice Haruna Tsammani, in their interpretation of the law.
The statement partly reads “the President affirms that his commitment to the rule of law, and the unhindered discharge of duties by the Tribunal, as witnessed in the panel’s exclusive respect for the merits of the petitions brought forward, further reflects the continuing maturation of Nigeria’s legal system, and the advancement of Africa’s largest democracy at a time when our democratic system of government is under test in other parts of the continent.
“The President believes the Presidential Candidates and Political Parties that have lawfully exercised their rights by participating in the 2023 general elections and the judicial process, which followed, have affirmed Nigeria’s democratic credentials.
“The President urges his valiant challengers to inspire their supporters in the trust that the spirit of patriotism will now and forever be elevated above partisan considerations, manifesting into support for our Government to improve the livelihood of all Nigerians.
“Once more, President Tinubu thanks Nigerians for the mandate given to him to serve our country while promising to meet and exceed their expectations, by the grace of God Almighty, and through very diligent hard work with the team that has been put in place for that sole purpose.”