The Nigerian Supreme Court has scheduled the delivery of its final judgement on the Plateau State Gubernatorial Appeals for today, Friday, January 12, 2024.
This announcement comes after a series of hearings and deliberations regarding the electoral dispute that has gripped the state.
The apex court, led by Chief Justice John Okoro, has been actively engaged in assessing the arguments presented by legal representatives of the involved parties.
The decision to set a specific date for the verdict signals the culmination of a process that holds immense importance for the political landscape of Plateau State.
Background
The appeals stem from the nullification of Governor Caleb Mutfwang’s election by the Court of Appeal in November 2023.
The embattled governor, representing the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), had secured 525,299 votes, defeating the All Progressives Congress candidate, Nentawe Yilwatda, who garnered 481,370 votes during the governorship poll on March 18.
As the Supreme Court prepares to deliver its final judgement, the anticipation among political stakeholders and the public is palpable.
The outcome of this decision will not only determine the fate of the disputed gubernatorial election but also shape the future leadership of Plateau State.
With the deadline for the appeal expiration looming, all eyes are on the Supreme Court as it prepares to deliver a verdict that will carry far-reaching implications for the state’s political trajectory.
The news of the scheduled judgement on Friday, January 12, 2024, has heightened the suspense surrounding this closely watched legal battle.
Author: AbdulBasit Abdulkareem
