Rivers gov poll wike appeals tribunal judgment #comments

Here are some comments on the Rivers State Governorship Election Appeal Tribunal judgment:

Nyesom Wike's Appeal Dismissed

The Rivers State Governorship Election Appeal Tribunal has dismissed the appeal filed by Governor Nyesom Wike, affirming the victory of his opponent, Tonye Cole, in the March 9, 2019 governorship election. The tribunal held that Wike's appeal lacked merit and was therefore dismissed.

Wike's Reaction

Governor Wike has reacted to the judgment, saying that he is shocked and disappointed by the decision. He claimed that the tribunal was biased and that the judgment was a miscarriage of justice. Wike has vowed to appeal the decision to a higher court.

APC's Reaction

The All Progressives Congress (APC) has welcomed the judgment, saying that it is a victory for democracy and the rule of law. The party's National Chairman, Adams Oshiomhole, has congratulated Tonye Cole on his victory and urged him to prepare to take over as the next governor of Rivers State.

PDP's Reaction

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has condemned the judgment, saying that it is a miscarriage of justice. The party's National Chairman, Uche Secondus, has accused the tribunal of being biased and has vowed to appeal the decision to a higher court.

Reactions from Other Stakeholders

The Rivers State chapter of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) has called for calm and urged all parties to respect the judgment. The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) has also called for peace and urged all parties to accept the outcome of the election.

What's Next?

The judgment has sparked controversy and tension in Rivers State, with both parties claiming victory. The next step is for the parties to appeal the decision to a higher court, such as the Court of Appeal or the Supreme Court. The outcome of the appeal will determine the fate of the governorship election in Rivers State.

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