Bayelsa judgement review i did no wrong ⁠ olanipekun lyons lawyer

You're referring to the recent judgment by the Bayelsa State High Court, which declared the election of the Governor of Bayelsa State, Douye Diri, as null and void.

As a lawyer, Olanipekun Lybons, has been representing the All Progressives Congress (APC) candidate, David Lyon, who was initially declared the winner of the election but was later disqualified due to a certificate forgery scandal.

In a statement, Olanipekun Lyons, the lead counsel for the APC, has denied any wrongdoing on behalf of his client, David Lyon, and has vowed to appeal the judgment.

Here are some key points from the statement:

  1. No wrongdoing: Olanipekun Lyons stated that his client, David Lyon, did not commit any wrongdoing and that the judgment was a miscarriage of justice.
  2. Certificate forgery: The lawyer claimed that the certificate forgery allegations against his client were baseless and that the court's decision was influenced by political considerations.
  3. Appeal: Olanipekun Lyons announced that the APC would be appealing the judgment, citing procedural irregularities and the need to correct the perceived injustice.
  4. Call for calm: The lawyer urged his clients and supporters to remain calm and peaceful, despite the setback, and to continue to trust in the justice system.

It's worth noting that the judgment has been met with mixed reactions, with some parties hailing the decision as a victory for democracy, while others have expressed disappointment and frustration.

As the situation unfolds, it will be interesting to see how the appeal process plays out and what implications the judgment may have for the political landscape in Bayelsa State.