The Court of Appeal in Abuja has upheld the election of Hon. Daniel Asama Ago as the representative of the Bassa/Jos North federal constituency of Plateau State in the February 2024 bye-election.
Asama Ago of the Labour Party was initially declared the winner of the February 4 election by the Independent National Electoral Commission. However, his victory was contested by opponents at the tribunal.
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The National Assembly Election Petition Tribunal had previously confirmed his victory, but the decision was appealed.
On Friday, the Court of Appeal’s ruling concluded the legal dispute, with the court urging his opponents to collaborate with him to provide quality representation for the constituency.
In response to the ruling, Asama Ago expressed appreciation for the judiciary’s commitment to justice and respecting the people’s will.
Asama said the decision of the court was a testament to the power of democracy and the rule of law.
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According to him: “the Court of Appeal in Abuja, has today Friday 6th September, 2024 affirmed my victory at the recently concluded by-election for the Bassa/Jos North Federal Constituency.
“This ruling upholds the earlier judgment of the National Assembly Election Tribunal, which had declared me as the winner of the election.
“I humbly express my gratitude to God Almighty, and the people of Bassa/Jos North Federal Constituency and Plateau State as a whole, for their unwavering support. I hail the Judiciary for demonstrating its commitment to justice and upholding the will of the people.
“I dedicate this victory to God Almighty and the good people of Bassa/Jos North Federal Constituency, who have stood by me throughout this journey, I also commend the Judiciary for showing that it remains the hope of the common man.
“Essentially, I wish to thank His Excellency Barr Caleb Mutfwang the Executive Governor of Plateau State for his unwavering support and commitment to upholding true democratic values. I appreciate the Governor’s leadership and dedication to ensuring that the will of the people is respected.
“This victory is a testament to the power of democracy and the rule of law. I remain committed to serving the people of Bassa/Jos North Federal Constituency and working towards their betterment.’
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