The Supreme Court on Tuesday maintained suspense as it reserved judgment on the appeals filed by the Social Democratic Party (SDP), Labour Party, and the All Progressives Congress (APC) challenging the victory of Governor Sheriff Oborevwori in the Delta State governorship election.
Governor Oborevwori secured victory after the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) declared that he polled 360,234 votes in the election. This was in contrast to Ovie Omo-Agege of the APC, who garnered 240,229 votes.
A previous appeal court judgment in November had already affirmed Governor Oborevwori’s election, with a three-member tribunal led by Justice C.H. Ahuchaogu dismissing the petition filed by Omo-Agege. The tribunal emphasized that the petition lacked substantiated allegations and was devoid of merit, considering it speculative.
The Supreme Court’s decision to reserve judgment adds to the anticipation surrounding the legal battles related to the Delta State governorship election.
As political stakeholders await the court’s final verdict, the implications of this judgment will undoubtedly resonate within the political landscape of the state, shaping the trajectory of governance and electoral disputes. The reserved judgment underscores the importance of a thorough and unbiased review of the appeals to ensure justice and maintain the integrity of the electoral process in Delta State.
